Florida economy hit hard by coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has devastated Florida's tourism industry. Few areas of the country have felt the economic repercussions as hard as the Florida Keys. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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Utility worker sings to elderly woman
A utility worker named Albert Jones gave an incredible impromptu performance when he saw an elderly woman and her caregiver outside a senior home in Florida.
Americans worried states will reopen too soon
Despite protests in several states urging governors to ease coronavirus restrictions, a new poll shows most Americans fear states will reopen too soon. Some states, such as Florida, have already begun easing restrictions despite cases continuing to climb. Meg Oliver reports.
More severe weather threatens the South
Severe weather continues to move through the South. Golf ball-sized hail pelted Texas and Oklahoma on Sunday as parts of the country were at risk for tornadoes.
2 NFL players accused of armed robbery in Florida, police say
New York Giants cornerback DeAndre Baker and Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar allegedly took valuables from people at a house party, according to police.
Trump pivots campaign message to China
As the economy worsens, President Trump is pivoting his campaign message to being tough on China. It comes as polls show opposition to lifting lockdowns, and support for Joe Biden in crucial swing states. Tim Murtaugh, the president's 2020 re-election campaign communications director, joins CBSN's Reena Ninan to discuss his strategy.
Universal Studios reopens part of its Orlando resort
Visitors will have their temperature checked and barred entry if it exceeds 100.4 degrees.
Gig worker says he spends hours a day trying to reach unemployment office
Richard DeBlasio is among the millions of U.S. gig workers seeking unemployment assistance amid the coronavirus pandemic.
As jobless claims soar, millions still await first checks
Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Minnesota and South Carolina taking longest to connect the jobless to their jobless aid.
Florida takes "small step" toward reopening
Florida is among the latest states to announce it is lifting parts of its lockdown, with public spaces in two hard-hit counties being open with social distancing in place. Some, like local bookstore owner Mitch Kaplan, worry it may be too early to begin the process. Iowa is also reopening most of its 99 counties, despite statewide virus cases continuing to rise. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look at how states are planning their reopenings, including hard-hit New York and California.
Tampa mayor on Florida's reopening
Florida's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis announced plans to begin reopening his state when its stay-at-home order expires Thursday. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, a Democrat, spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about why she thinks her community is ready to start opening and the prospect of hosting the Super Bowl in 2021.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis discusses reopening Florida with Trump
DeSantis said the decision to slowly reopen the state will be based on data.
Miami goes seven weeks without a homicide for first time since 1957
Crime rates have dropped in numerous cities during stay-at-home orders.
Lab-spawned coral may save "America's great barrier reef"
Much of the coral in the 10,000-year-old Florida reef has been lost due to climate change, disease and pollution — now scientists may have a way to help save it.
Southern states largely go it alone in reopening decisions
Unlike in the South, governors in 17 states have formed regional coalitions to coordinate an easing of restrictions imposed to limit the spread of the coronavirus.
Cops enforcing social distancing on beach nab murder suspect
The day after a Florida beach was reopened for physical activity, police arrested a Pennsylvania homicide suspect loitering near the dunes.
Sea turtles are thriving now that people are stuck indoors
Swimsuit season may be at a halt, but nesting season is in full swing.
Crowds flock to Jacksonville beaches amid record COVID-19 cases
"Florida morons" trended on Twitter as people around the country criticized the decision to reopen beaches.
Beaches in Jacksonville, Florida, reopen with restrictions
Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach and Atlantic beach will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Feds go after self-described Florida church claiming to sell COVID-19 cure
Judge in Florida orders leaders of Genesis II Church of Health and Healing to cease selling bleaching agent it falsely claims will treat and prevent COVID-19.
New York Yankees co-owner Hank Steinbrenner dies at 63
Hank Steinbrenner, the co-owner of the New York Yankees, died at his home in Clearwater, Florida, from a longstanding health issue.
WWE deemed an "essential" business during pandemic
The mayor of Orange County, where WWE normally tapes, said it was originally deemed a non-essential business – but the governor changed that
Police chief accused of linking deputy's virus death to gay events
Union claims Dale Engle said that a deputy sheriff contracted and died from the virus because he was a "homosexual who attended homosexual sexual events."
Coronavirus hitting vulnerable populations in the South
Cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus, has been spreading rapidly across Louisiana where the death toll doubled there in just a week.
Another cruise ship with coronavirus victims is docking in Florida
The Coral Princess ship has been in limbo for days awaiting permission to dock.
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