More retail giants will furlough workers, expert says
"The job situation is going to be getting worse and worse, at least for the next few months," Schlesinger said.
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Chris Cuomo tests positive for coronavirus
"My brother Chris is positive for coronavirus," Governor Cuomo said in his briefing Tuesday. "He is young, in good shape, strong — not as strong as he thinks — but he will be fine."
Democrats demand data on racial disparities in coronavirus response
The letter is signed by Elizabeth Warren, Ayanna Pressley and three other congressional Democrats
Walmart deploys temperature checks, masks and gloves to workers
As essential workers strike across the country, Walmart is implementing stricter guidelines to keep its employees safe.
GOP congressman defends demanding vote on $2.2 trillion coronavirus bill
The Kentucky congressman forced dozens of lawmakers to return to Washington to vote on the "phase three" bill last week.
Abortion in Texas will resume, despite attorney general orders
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton appealed the decision Tuesday morning and said, "Abortion providers who refuse to follow state law are demonstrating a clear disregard for Texans."
Stimulus checks: Who gets one? Who doesn't?
Checks will skip many teens who are 17 years or older, as well as adult dependents like college students and the disabled.
Coronavirus prevented woman from saying goodbye to mom
Across the country, COVID-19 has created a crisis at nursing home facilities.
Restaurant raises money to feed health care workers
Buying a meal from the restaurant could help save the family business – and feed front-line health care workers at the same time.
Macy's to furlough most of its 130,000 workers
Macy's says it will rehire as many furloughed employees as it can once in-store retail business resumes.
Pelosi looks ahead to "phase 4" coronavirus relief package
Pelosi has suggested that the package could include a rollback on the state and local tax deduction limit.
NYC paramedics overwhelmed by coronavirus cases: "9/11-type calls"
"I have never seen anything like this before in my career, or in my lifetime, to be honest," Lilian Bonsignore, chief EMS operator for the city's fire department said.
His coronavirus test wasn't processed, but he got billed $9,000
Congress passed a law making coronavirus tests free, but all costs may not be covered by all insurers.
Doctor pulled over for speeding, trooper gives her N95 masks
"This complete stranger, who owed me nothing and is more on the front lines than I am, shared his precious masks with me, without my even asking," the doctor said.
Maxine Waters blasts Trump for handling of coronavirus outbreak
The Democratic congresswoman called Mr. Trump a "failure" and said his "ignorance and incompetence are appalling."
12-year-old girl dies from coronavirus
Dying from the virus at such a young age "is a very rare occurrence," said government spokesman Dr Emmanuel Andre, adding that her death "shook us".
Immigration lawyers sue feds over risks of in-person virus hearings
They want in-person immigration hearings replaced with remote one until the pandemic ends and remote ways to communicate with immigrant clients.
Hundreds of Americans flown out of locked-down Nepal
U.S. State Department arranged the flight for those wanting to get home during the pandemic but as many as 4,000 Americans are still there.
Coronavirus updates from March 30, 2020
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo issued a nationwide call to doctors and nurses to join what he called the "front lines" of the war on COVID-19.
Empire State Building flashes red to honor first responders
The top of the New York City landmark has a siren-like light revolving around its famed needle.
Some states facing legal challenges over abortion bans
Planned Parenthood, the ACLU and others filed legal complaints over abortion bans in Alabama, Iowa, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas.
U.S. is swiftly deporting migrant children at the border
"Despite everything I experienced along the way, they deported me the next day," one indigenous teenager from Guatemala told CBS News.
Trump says nationwide stay-at-home order is "pretty unlikely" at this point
The president also introduced a new coronavirus test from Abbott that takes five minutes to process.
First-hand accounts from health care workers battling virus
Health care workers in New York protested over the weekend the lack of protection.
Reverend opens up about his battle with coronavirus
Reverend Tim Cole was the first person in Washington D.C. to be diagnosed with COVID-19.
Inside the surge of threats against public officials fueling a rise in prosecutions
A CBS News analysis found 126 cases that were brought by federal prosecutors last year arising out of threats to public officials.
Accomplice not ruled out in Nancy Guthrie disappearance, Arizona sheriff says
Authorities haven't named a suspect or person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as the search continues for a third week.
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Trump has mulled timeline for Iran strikes, but no decision yet
Trump has not yet made a final decision about whether to strike Iran, sources told CBS News.
8 skiers dead after avalanche near California's Lake Tahoe; 9th still missing
Search teams are scouring the back country near California's Lake Tahoe for nine skiers still missing after an avalanche.
U.S. planning to pull all troops from Syria, sources say
The U.S. is planning to withdraw its remaining 1,000 troops from Syria over the next two months, U.S. officials told CBS News, ending a roughly decade-long presence there.
Trump administration gives ICE broader powers to detain legal refugees
The Trump administration has given ICE the authority to detain refugees who entered the U.S. lawfully but don't have green cards yet, part of a bid to scrutinize the legal immigration system, according to a government memo obtained by CBS News.
Judge holds DOJ lawyer in contempt as tensions flare over immigration cases
A Minnesota federal judge ordered a government attorney to be held in civil contempt of court, further escalating tension between the judiciary and Trump administration over immigration cases.
Former South Korean President Yoon gets life sentence for imposing martial law
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison for briefly imposing martial law in a dramatic culmination to the country's biggest political crisis in decades.
Months before death by suicide, aide texted she had an affair with congressman
Regina Santos-Aviles told a colleague in a text message months before her death that she had an affair with Gonzales.
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Inside the surge of threats against public officials fueling a rise in prosecutions
A CBS News analysis found 126 cases that were brought by federal prosecutors last year arising out of threats to public officials.
Mass departures from DOJ are boon for law firms, legal groups
More than 5,000 employees have resigned, retired or been fired from the Justice Department in the first year of Mr. Trump's second administration.
Newark Airport reopens after aircraft emergency caused ground stop, FAA says
Newark Liberty International Airport reopened Wednesday evening after an aircraft emergency caused a ground stop.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Accomplice not ruled out in Nancy Guthrie disappearance, Arizona sheriff says
Authorities haven't named a suspect or person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as the search continued for a third week.
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Wine giant Gallo closing Napa Valley facility, laying off dozens of workers
California wine giant Gallo is set to close one of its Bay Area production facilities, laying off nearly 100 workers there and at four other wineries and tasting rooms in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Reese's family member criticizes Hershey for "quietly replacing" ingredients
Brad Reese claims Hershey is cutting costs by relying on cheaper ingredients, risking the Reese's brand.
Zuckerberg questioned on under-13 Instagram users in social media trial
The Meta CEO defended his company's efforts to keep kids under 13 off of Instagram, but noted that there are "people who lie" about their ages.
Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
Judge: Lawsuit against Buffalo Wild Wings has "no meat on its bones"
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by an Illinois man who alleged that Buffalo Wild Wings' use of the term "boneless wings" was deceptive.
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Inside the surge of threats against public officials fueling a rise in prosecutions
A CBS News analysis found 126 cases that were brought by federal prosecutors last year arising out of threats to public officials.
Trump administration gives ICE broader powers to detain legal refugees
The Trump administration has given ICE the authority to detain refugees who entered the U.S. lawfully but don't have green cards yet, part of a bid to scrutinize the legal immigration system, according to a government memo obtained by CBS News.
Judge holds DOJ lawyer in contempt as tensions flare over immigration cases
A Minnesota federal judge ordered a government attorney to be held in civil contempt of court, further escalating tension between the judiciary and Trump administration over immigration cases.
Mass departures from DOJ are boon for law firms, legal groups
More than 5,000 employees have resigned, retired or been fired from the Justice Department in the first year of Mr. Trump's second administration.
Bondi orders Justice Department to prioritize animal welfare enforcement
Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered the Justice Department to prioritize animal welfare enforcement, in a move she said will entail stepping up prosecutions and even doling out grants to animal welfare groups.
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NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform, TrumpRx, isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
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Former South Korean President Yoon gets life sentence for imposing martial law
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison for briefly imposing martial law in a dramatic culmination to the country's biggest political crisis in decades.
U.S. men's hockey team defeats Sweden in overtime at Olympics quarterfinal
The U.S. and Canada men's hockey teams are moving on to the semifinals at the Winter Olympics.
Exclusive
Trump has mulled timeline for Iran strikes, but no decision yet
Trump has not yet made a final decision about whether to strike Iran, sources told CBS News.
U.S. planning to pull all troops from Syria, sources say
The U.S. is planning to withdraw its remaining 1,000 troops from Syria over the next two months, U.S. officials told CBS News, ending a roughly decade-long presence there.
Ukraine protests as Russians cleared to fly their flag at Paralympics
Ukraine calls a decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete in the 2026 Paralympics under their nations' flags, "disappointing and outrageous."
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Bad Bunny lands first lead acting role in the film "Porto Rico"
Bad Bunny is set to star in his first leading role in the film "Porto Rico" alongside Javier Bardem, Viggo Mortensen and Edward Norton.
From the archives: Robert Duvall
Academy Award-winning actor Robert Duvall died on Feb. 15, 2026 at the age of 95. In this June 25, 2006 "Sunday Morning" profile, the star of such classics as "The Godfather," "Apocalypse Now," and the TV miniseries "Lonesome Dove" talked with Rita Braver about his career, including the early days hanging out with Gene Hackman and Dustin Hoffman; his Oscar-winning performance as a country singer in "Tender Mercies"; and his love of westerns. He even gave a visiting reporter an impromptu tango lesson.
Stephen Colbert slams CBS again amid controversy over Talarico interview
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert slammed CBS again on Tuesday night after the network issued a statement about his interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico.
Stephen Colbert slams CBS, says network blocked James Talarico interview
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Anderson Cooper to depart "60 Minutes" at end of season
Anderson Cooper will report multiple stories for "60 Minutes" before the end of the television season in May.
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Mark Zuckerberg appears in social media trial
Mark Zuckerberg took the stand on Wednesday to fight off allegations that Instagram was intentionally designed to be addictive, especially to kids. Jo Ling Kent was in the courtroom and has more on the landmark trial.
Zuckerberg testifies at landmark trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was in court on Wednesday, testifying in a pivotal trial on social media addiction and potential legal remedies. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Mark Zuckerberg's team scolded in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg defended his social media company in court on Wednesday against allegations that it's designed its apps to be addictive and harmful to children. CBS News' Carter Evans reports on the trial, and technology journalist Jacob Ward has more details.
Zuckerberg testifies in landmark trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is testifying in a landmark social media addiction trial on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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Guthrie investigators haven't ruled out accomplice
The Pima County sheriff told CBS News that investigators have not ruled out the possibility of an accomplice in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Accomplice not ruled out in Nancy Guthrie disappearance, Arizona sheriff says
Authorities haven't named a suspect or person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as the search continued for a third week.
Latest details in Nancy Guthrie case
DNA on gloves found near Nancy Guthrie's home did not match any in the FBI's database, the agency said, but investigators are still focusing on possible evidence as the search for "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother continues. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
4th alleged rape victim testifies against Norway princess's son
Marius Borg Hoiby faces 38 charges, including raping four women while they were asleep or had passed out.
Zuckerberg taking the stand at trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is taking the stand at a landmark trial on the effects of social media. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
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Fresh crew arrives at International Space Station to boost numbers back to 7
The Crew 12 docking came one month after a previous crew had to return to Earth early due to a medical issue.
SpaceX launches crew to ISS
NASA and SpaceX launched a new mission to the International Space Station with four crew members on board to replace the team that returned last month due to a medical issue with one member. Mark Strassmann has more.
SpaceX launches space station crew on 8-month mission
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
NASA, SpaceX mission prepares for launch
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Newark Airport reopens after emergency landing
Newark International Airport briefly closed on Wednesday after a JetBlue flight made an emergency landing. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
"Fire devils" swirl in Oklahoma
Dangerous weather threatened much of the U.S. on Wednesday. Rob Marciano reports on avalanche, fire, tornado and storm threats around the country.
New, dramatic testimony in Colin Gray's trial
There was new dramatic testimony in the trial of Colin Gray, the father accused of purchasing the rifle his son used to kill four people at his Georgia high school in 2024. Skyler Henry has more.
Mark Zuckerberg appears in social media trial
Mark Zuckerberg took the stand on Wednesday to fight off allegations that Instagram was intentionally designed to be addictive, especially to kids. Jo Ling Kent was in the courtroom and has more on the landmark trial.
Delta flight turns around due to violent passenger
A Delta Air Lines flight took off, then had to turn around because of concern that a violent passenger would try to enter the cockpit. Kris Van Cleave reports.