Couple marries on NYC street amid outbreak
A couple got married on a nearly empty New York City street amid the coronavirus pandemic. A friend officiated the ceremony from his apartment window.
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Robert De Niro issues warning to New Yorkers
Actor Robert De Niro warned his fellow New Yorkers to stay home during the coronavirus outbreak. The actor channeled his character from "Meet The Parents" to tell everyone, "I'm watching you." Governor Andrew Cuomo shared the video on Twitter, along with messages from other celebrities.
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.
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.
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.
Cuomo stresses need for more ventilators
At a briefing Thursday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo talked about the state's ongoing efforts to fill the surge in need for ventilators for coronavirus patients, including splitting machines between two patients and adapting other medical devices to help. Watch his remarks.
New York City subway fire under investigation
A New York City subway car caught fire on Friday, killing a transit worker and injuring at least nine other people. Police say there were fires at several nearby stations that may be connected. Watch a briefing by transit and police officials.
Cuomo: N.Y. "scrambling" to add hospital beds
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says the state is working to rapidly increase its number of hospital beds form 53,000 to 140,000 and is seeking to build four more emergency hospital facilities in the New York City metropolitan area. Watch his remarks from Friday's briefing.
Tent hospital being constructed in Central Park
As the coronavirus pandemic slams New York City, Mount Sinai Hospital and Sanitarian's Purse are setting up a tent hospital in Central Park. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio gives an update on how the city's emergency system and health system are handling the crisis.
Cuomo urges health workers to come to N.Y.
At a briefing Monday on the coronavirus outbreak, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo called for doctors and nurses from around the country to come help with the crisis in New York, and promised to return the favor as the pandemic spreads to other communities. Watch his remarks.
Cuomo: Coronavirus not just an NYC problem
"Anyone who says this situation is a New York City-only situation is in a state of denial," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said at a press briefing Monday. "There is no American who is immune to this virus," he said. "What you see us going through here, you will see happening all across this country." Watch his remarks.
Empire State Building honors first responders
New York's iconic Empire State Building is lighting up at night to resemble a siren to honor the city's first responders and health care workers battling the coronavirus.
Cuomo brothers talk coronavirus
At his daily briefing on the coronavirus outbreak, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke by video with his brother, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo, who is isolated at home after testing positive for COVID-19. "This is very tough," Chris Cuomo said, and described a feverish hallucination about his brother.
Teletherapy: Aiding patients while social distancing
The coronavirus pandemic has meant that Mosaic, a Bronx, N.Y. non-profit mental health center, had no choice but to close its doors to in-person visits. To address the needs of its patients, Mosaic's staff of counselors and therapists took drastic measures, switching all mental health counseling to teletherapy – therapeutic sessions conducted over the phone. Susan Spencer reports on the altered dynamics of teletherapy, and how patients whose feelings of helplessness and anxiety are being compounded by a catastrophically anxious time are getting help.
Spring comes to Jim Gaffigan's quarantine
The new season is a time for renewal. Flowers are blooming! Baby birds are tweeting! And Jim Gaffigan remains in "double-secret-lockdown-quarantine" in his New York apartment with his wife and five children.
Cuomo says N.Y. may be hitting coronavirus apex
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Sunday that the number of deaths in the state has been decreasing over the past few days. Although he said it's too early to tell whether the pattern will hold, he said the state "could be very near the apex, or the apex could be a plateau, and we're on it right now."
U.S.' top doctor on future of coronavirus fight
Surgeon General Jerome Adams joins "CBS Evening News" to discuss the coronavirus death toll and the data projections for New York and New Jersey.
USNS Comfort to be used for coronavirus patients
President Trump said Monday that the USNS Comfort docked in New York will now be open to coronavirus patients, after the ship was initially meant to take only non-COVID-19 patients to free up beds in New York hospitals. The floating hospital is now open to New Jersey patients too. Watch his remarks here.
Tiger tests positive for COVID-19
A 4-year-old female Malayan tiger at Bronx Zoo in New York City has tested positive for COVID-19. Brian Larsen, a registered nurse and CEO of RestoraPet, a health supplement company for pets, joins CBSN to discuss COVID-19 and animals.
Italy's coronavirus crisis could threaten EU
Italy's prime minister warns the coronavirus crisis could lead to the collapse of the European Union. This comes as the number cases and deaths in Italy are finally beginning to fall. There is also new evidence suggesting the outbreak in New York may have been fueled by travelers from Europe. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins CBSN from Rome with the latest developments.
Broadway stars stream performances for charity
Broadway stars are live streaming performances to raise money for The Actors Fund. While Broadway remains dark, the proceeds from these performances will help pay actors and crew who are suddenly out of work. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
Pandemic takes toll on NYC transit workers
The global pandemic is taking a heavy toll on New York City transit workers. A report by the independent nonprofit news outlet The City finds MTA employees are dying from COVID-19 at an alarming rate. In particular, bus drivers have taken the biggest hit out of the agency's 74,000 person workforce. Jose Martinez, senior reporter covering transit for The City, joined CBSN with more.
Coronavirus seeps into U.S. prison system
Experts are sounding the alarm about those who work and live inside U.S. jails and prisons because they are especially vulnerable to the coronavirus outbreak. Louis L. Reed, an organizer with #Cut50, an initiative to cut the prison population, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest as the pandemic threatens people incarcerated across America.
NYC to honor health care workers with parade
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says the first thing he will do once social distancing measures can finally be lifted is throw a ticker-tape parade for health care workers and first responders. Watch his remarks.
NYC emergency workers struggle amid coronavirus
There has been a decrease in the number of coronavirus infections and hospitalizations in New York City since the outbreak. But emergency workers on the frontline continue to face a straining workload. Mola Lenghi reports.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
Epstein's longtime accountant tells Congress he didn't know about abuse
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
3 brothers arrested in connection with U.S. embassy explosion in Norway
The men were Norwegian citizens of Iraqi origin who were not previously known to police, police prosecutor Christian Hatlo said.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
Howard Schultz said he and his wife will move to Florida as Washington weighs a roughly 10% annual tax on earnings over $1 million.
Flavor Flav on why he's honoring female Olympians and Paralympians
Flavor Flav is honoring all of the Team USA female Olympians and Paralympians who won a medal at the 2026 Winter Games.
Latino Texans fueled Democratic primary turnout. What does it mean for midterms?
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
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Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
Howard Schultz said he and his wife will move to Florida as Washington weighs a roughly 10% annual tax on earnings over $1 million.
IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
First grizzly of 2026 spotted at Yellowstone, feeding on bison carcass
An image of the sighting showed the massive bear standing over the carcass near Yellowstone Lake.
Inflation held steady in February before Iran war drove up gas prices
The inflation data captures the period before the Iran war broke out. Since then, oil prices have surged, driving inflation fears.
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Howard Schultz leaves Seattle as local lawmakers mull millionaire tax
Howard Schultz said he and his wife will move to Florida as Washington weighs a roughly 10% annual tax on earnings over $1 million.
IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
Inflation held steady in February before Iran war drove up gas prices
The inflation data captures the period before the Iran war broke out. Since then, oil prices have surged, driving inflation fears.
Can the president bring down gas prices? 5 options available to Trump.
Gas prices in the U.S. have surged roughly 20% since the attack on Iran. Read on to see what measures the Trump administration could take to offer relief.
Oil prices are falling — gas prices aren't. Here's why.
Even if oil prices ease, they won't return to the levels they were at before the war started, according to Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
Latino Texans fueled Democratic primary turnout. What does it mean for midterms?
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
Epstein's longtime accountant tells Congress he didn't know about abuse
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
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"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Budget cuts and fluoride fights aren't helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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3 brothers arrested in connection with U.S. embassy explosion in Norway
The men were Norwegian citizens of Iraqi origin who were not previously known to police, police prosecutor Christian Hatlo said.
550-pound WWII bomb defused after thousands evacuated
The discovery caused officials to evacuate 18,000 people on Wednesday, the largest such operation ever in the city, emergency services said.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
IEA to release 400 million barrels of oil in move to lower energy prices
The emergency oil release — the largest in the multinational organization's history — could help ease oil prices in the short term, according to analysts.
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
President Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits three ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
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Flavor Flav celebrates women athletes
Pop culture icon Flava Flav stopped by "CBS Mornings" to discuss his plans to celebrate women Olympic and Paralympic medalists from the 2026 Winter Games.
Kurt Russell talks drama series "The Madison"
Kurt Russell, who stars in "The Madison," spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the series, explaining the script "was so familiar" and that he related to it. Russell praised creator Taylor Sheridan, who was also behind the popular series "Yellowstone," and discussed what it was like to work with Michelle Pfeiffer again decades later.
Oscars 2026: Behind the scenes with the best actor nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Dorrance on preserving tap dancing history
American tap dancer Michelle Dorrance talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about Brenda Bufalino's impact and preserving the 88-year-old's artistry for future generations in a project at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
Brenda Bufalino on evolution of tap dancing
American tap dancer Brenda Bufalino talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about the many ebbs and flows of the art form and reflects on her career.
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How Hollywood is grappling with AI
AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Details on Pentagon removal of Claude
CBS News exclusively obtained a Pentagon memo from earlier this month that went out to several senior defense leaders and commanders. It ordered the removal of Anthropic's AI technology from key national systems. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
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Pentagon memo orders commanders to remove Anthropic from key systems
The Defense Department has notified senior leadership that they must remove Anthropic's products from their system within 180 days, the latest salvo in a feud between the AI company and the Trump administration.
The evolution of Apple over 50 years
David Pogue, an author and correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning," talks about covering the rise of Apple over his career as the company is set to turn 50 next month, and his new book, "Apple: The First 50 Years."
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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.
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New details about ISIS-inspired attack
New video has emerged of fuses being bought at a Pennsylvania fireworks store by one of the suspects accused of throwing explosive devices outside the New York City mayoral residence. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan has more.
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Video appears to show bomb suspect purchasing fuse at fireworks store
One of two men accused of throwing IEDs at protesters in New York City appears to have purchased fuses at a fireworks store in a Philadelphia suburb last week.
No harmful substances in NYC suspicious package
New York City police have given the all clear after concluding a suspicious package found near Gracie Mansion, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, was harmless.
Shots fired at U.S. consulate in Toronto
Shots were fired outside of the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada, early Tuesday morning, police said. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspicious package near NYC mayor's residence
There is a heavy police presence near New York City's Gracie Mansion, the official residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as officials investigate a suspicious package found in the area. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite set to crash down to Earth
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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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Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts, spewing ash
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted for the 43rd time since December 2024, sending glassy volcanic fragments, ash and lava into the air. Videos from the U.S. Geological Survey captured the powerful eruption.
Trump says most of Iran's navy is gone
President Trump stopped to speak with reporters on Wednesday as he headed to Kentucky, where he touted the U.S. military's operation against Iran, claiming that most of Tehran's navy is "gone."
Richard Kahn's opening statements
Richard Kahn, who was Jeffrey Epstein's accountant, testified Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee over his relationship to the convicted sex offender. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has more on his opening statement.
Epstein accountant testifies before Congress
Richard Kahn, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime accountant, is testifying before the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has more.
Illinois sheriff describes deadly tornado damage
Kankakee County Sheriff Mike Downey described tornado damage in the Illinois area on Wednesday after deadly storms ripped through the Midwest. CBS News' Lana Zak has the latest.