For better or worse, in quarantine

The marriage vows might say "'Til death do us part," but they don't say anything about being together all day, every day. Togetherness in a relationship is taking on a new meaning during the coronavirus pandemic, when partners are sequestered with each other for 24 hours a day. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with comedian Samantha Bee and husband Jason Jones, who are producing her TV show, "Full Frontal," from their Upstate New York home; psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb, author of "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone"; and family law attorney Laura Wasser, about what lockdown may mean for a marriage.

• May 10, 2020
• 07:13

Ted Cruz gets haircut at Texas salon after owner released from jail

"Glad Shelley is out of jail & her business is open!" Cruz said while visiting Salon à la Mode.

• May 9, 2020

Australia opens up

Australians are back out at shops, cafes and beaches after an effective government strategy of testing, quarantine and early lockdown.

• May 8, 2020
• 02:46

Germany declares "first phase" COVID-19 victory and eases its lockdown

"We have reached the goal of slowing down the spread of the virus," Angela Merkel says, as shops get the green light and restaurants prepare to reopen.

• May 7, 2020

Child welfare workers share their struggles

Child abuse intervention experts are sounding an alarm over a spike in abuse cases during coronavirus lockdowns. CBS News' Jericka Duncan shares the accounts of some child welfare workers who recorded video diaries of the lengths they must go to meet with kids and families while observing health precautions.

• May 5, 2020
• 09:07

Amid lockdowns, renewable energy sources overtake coal

Coronavirus lockdowns have given solar, wind and hydropower a boost.

• May 5, 2020

Female gondoliers in Venice deliver food to elderly

Getting groceries has been especially difficult for the elderly during the coronavirus​ lockdown in Italy​.

• May 5, 2020

Justice Department sides with Virginia church in dispute over lockdown orders

The Justice Department filed a statement of interest in support of Lighthouse Fellowship Church in Chincoteague Island, Virginia.

• May 4, 2020

Stay-at-home orders create "perfect storm for child abuse"

Forty child welfare workers submitted video diaries to CBS News about how the outbreak is putting kids and workers at risk.

• May 4, 2020

The Sunny Awards: Honoring the best in quarantine videos

Even now, when performing artists are isolated in their homes under lockdown, the show STILL goes on, as evidenced by the humorous and music-filled videos they've produced to enthrall their captive audience. David Pogue hosts the very first "Sunday Morning" Sunny Awards, presented to the most creative quarantine videos.

• May 3, 2020
• 07:57

"Sunday Morning" Matinee: "Stomp" in quarantine

The long-running Off-Broadway percussive spectacular "Stomp" may not be stomping on stage right now, but its cast members, each social distancing at home, have joined together virtually to record a special performance for "Sunday Morning" viewers.

• May 3, 2020
• 01:26

Kids rebel against lockdown

Children in America are fed up under stay-at-home orders, and they are rising up to make their demands upon their parents known. Grown-ups, break out the white flags! Steve Hartman reports.

• May 3, 2020
• 02:53

Several states report plummeting number of fatal car crashes amid pandemic

Fatal car crashes on California freeways dropped a stunning 84%.

• May 2, 2020

Kids are picking up their pitchforks for lockdown grievances

After you sew your mask, you may want to save a little fabric — for your white flag.

• May 1, 2020

Dutch gamble on limited "intelligent lockdown" to control coronavirus

Most European residents are virtually housebound, but Dutch authorities have merely advised people to stay home, and it seems to be working.

• Apr 30, 2020

How the pandemic is improving air quality

Dramatic reductions in air pollution have been recorded around the world, given the economic shutdown and drastically lower levels of automobile and air traffic resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. “Sunday Morning” producer Sara Kugel reports.

• Apr 29, 2020
• 02:23

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.

• Apr 29, 2020
• 03:43

Photographer takes senior photos for high school students during pandemic

For America's nearly four million high school seniors, the end of this school year is not what they imagined would be. But as Chip Reid reports, one photographer is making sure some members of the class of 2020 are not forgotten. 

• Apr 28, 2020
• 01:58

Retailers beginning to reopen after coronavirus

GameStop and T-Mobile have reopened some stores. Other retailers could welcome back in-store customers soon.

• Apr 28, 2020

Rise in domestic violence amid lockdowns

There's been an alarming rise in domestic violence cases worldwide as families are forced to quarantine together amid coronavirus lockdowns. Police in London have made thousands of arrests in domestic abuse cases. CBS News reporter Haley Ott takes a closer look.

• Apr 27, 2020
• 02:06

Legal rights during coronavirus pandemic

Seven businesses in California are suing Governor Gavin Newsom over the state's lockdown. It's just one of several lawsuits being filed in the U.S. amid the coronavirus pandemic. CBSN legal contributor Keir Dougall, a former Assistant U.S. Attorney for New York's Eastern District, joined CBSN to discuss the lawsuits and your rights during the crisis.

• Apr 27, 2020
• 11:31

Louisiana pastor again holds services, defying house arrest orders

A Facebook livestream from Life Tabernacle Church on Sunday showed Tony Spell walking among more than 100 congregants.

• Apr 27, 2020

Mayor, dozens others defy New Mexico governor's lockdown order

The mayor of Grants, New Mexico city is promising a "confrontation" between his small police force and State Police.

• Apr 27, 2020

Abortion battle rages in Poland despite coronavirus lockdown

Poland's conservative leaders have come a step closer to their goal of further tightening what are already some of the most restrictive abortion​​ laws in Europe.

• Apr 27, 2020

Surge in domestic violence amid UK lockdown

Over 4000 domestic abuse arrests have been made in London since the country's lockdown began, and British lawmakers are calling for more funding. CBS News' Haley Ott has more.

• Apr 27, 2020
• 02:06

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