Trump mulls task force for economic recovery

More Americans are disapproving of President Trump's handling of the coronavirus crisis as it wears on. The president is mulling a new economic task force focused on getting the economy back up and running once the worst of the pandemic is over, while Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill disagree over how much more financial aid is needed to help Americans. Ben Tracy is at the White House where the coronavirus task force is working to pull the country through the worst of the crisis.

• Apr 10, 2020
• 1:56

Pandemic hits Philadelphia black communities

Philadelphia health commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley shared new data Thursday that said African Americans are the most at-risk for COVID-19 as the city raised alarm bells over its mounting virus cases. The White House said the city could be a new pandemic hot spot, and city leaders are working to flatten the curve disproportionately affecting minority neighborhoods. Errol Barnett speaks to city and community leaders about the disturbing trend and how they are looking to overcome it.

• Apr 10, 2020
• 2:45

N.Y. sees record amount of COVID-19 deaths

There was another deadly record of coronavirus deaths in New York, the nation's epicenter, with nearly 800 killed within 24 hours. Mola Lenghi has the latest.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 4:40

Coronavirus: We're all in this together

The coronavirus pandemic is a national crisis akin to 9/11 and Pearl Harbor. But it’s important to remember during these trying times that we're all in this together. Norah O'Donnell reports.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 1:47

Calls to close "wet markets" amid pandemic

The coronavirus responsible for the ongoing pandemic is known to have originated in a "wet market" in Wuhan, China. Despite international calls to shut down such markets where exotic animals are sold for consumption, many are still open. Ramy Inocencio reports.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 1:48

Boris Johnson out of intensive care

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who has been suffering from symptoms caused by COVID-19, is out of intensive care. Johnson, however, still remains in the hospital to continue treatment.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 0:13

Doctor's parents contract coronavirus

Greg Mundis, a surgeon from San Diego, shares details about the emotional toll of having family members critically ill with coronavirus. Both of Mundis' parents were diagnosed with COVID-19, with his father on a ventilator for the past three weeks. Jamie Yuccas has their story.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 1:43

U.S. travel industry hammered by coronavirus

The coronavirus pandemic is taking its toll in the travel industry. The travel ban will cost the U.S. an estimated $135 billion in lost and canceled trips this year. Kris Van Cleave has a look at the financial turmoil.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 1:53

New coronavirus task force focusing on economy

As President Trump prepares to reopen the economy next month, health experts and some governors across the country warn that the move could risk another wave of coronavirus infections. Weijia Jiang reports.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 2:13

11% of U.S. labor force out of work

Unemployment claims continue to rise throughout the U.S. with Georgia unemployment claims skyrocketing three-times more than last week. Now unemployment claims surpass the job lost in the entire Great Recession. Mark Strassmann reports.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 2:11

Anna Wintour on fashion rescue fund

Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour speaks to Gayle King about her efforts to help the fashion industry through the coronavirus crisis amid predictions that global sales will drop up to 30%. Wintour teamed up with designer Tom Ford to repurpose the Vogue Fashion Fund as a new fundraising initiative called "A Common Thread." The fund was initially created in response to 9/11 and has already raised over $3 million for the current effort.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 6:02

Ex-CDC head: Four key measures to slow virus

Dr. Tom Frieden is the president and CEO of "Resolve to Save Lives," an initiative working to prevent epidemics. Previously, he was director of the CDC and New York City health commissioner. He joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about why social distancing is more important than ever as the coronavirus' spread seems to be slowing down. He outlines four key measures that the U.S. needs to take that he says will "box the virus in" and allow us to move past the pandemic.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 4:41

Goldman Sachs commits $550M to small business

Small business owners are scrambling to get loans that will keep their businesses afloat while the U.S. economy weathers the coronavirus pandemic. Congress is considering a plan to give them an additional $250 billion, while Goldman Sachs has stepped up to commit $550 million to relief efforts. Company chairman and CEO David Solomon joins “CBS News” for his first network broadcast interview to talk about the donation as well as how he thinks the pandemic will continue to affect the economy.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 7:09

Fertility treatments on hold over coronavirus concerns

New guidelines are urging some couples to put their dreams of starting a family on hold... over concerns about the possible risks of exposure to the virus. And as Nikki Battiste reports...many hopeful moms are now worried that the delay might cost them their chance to have a child. 

• Apr 8, 2020
• 1:51

COVID-19 cases rise at nursing homes

Reports from across the country reveal an alarming rise in coronavirus cases at nursing homes. More than half the nursing homes in New Jersey have reported at least one case. Jonathan Vigliotti has a look at the numbers.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 2:05

Lives to Remember: Freda Ocran

Freda Ocran, a former head nurse at NYC’s Jacobi Medical Center, died of the coronavirus on March 28. She was 50. Her son said she “gave herself undoubtedly to the church, to her work and to her kids.” Anthony Mason remembers the beloved health care worker.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 0:57

Lives to Remember: Josh Wallwork

Josh Wallwork, a beloved costumer for shows like “Madam Secretary” and “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit,” passed away March 26 from complications of COVID-19. He was 45. “Law and Order: SVU” star Mariska Hargitay said the show’s family is “heartbroken.” Anthony Mason looks back at Wallwork’s legacy.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 0:45

Tips for finding happiness during pandemic

Science may be able to help us find happiness during the coronavirus outbreaks. Professor Laurie Santos, who created the most popular class at Yale University, "Psychology and the Good Life," joins "CBS This Morning" with tips for people who may be feeling stressed and anxious.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 5:32

Doctors face ethical crisis amid pandemic

Doctors in states that are battling a high number of coronavirus cases worry they will have to begin making life-or-death decisions, due to a critical lack of hospital beds and ventilators. While some health care systems have foreseen this and set priority guidelines for allocating their precious resources, others leave it up to the attending physician — leaving patients at the mercy of both. Dr. Tara Narula speaks to doctors about the moral crisis they are facing on top of the virus crisis ravaging the country.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 6:51

Twitter CEO to give $1 billion to virus fight

Twitter and Square CEO Jack Dorsey is donating $1 billion for coronavirus relief efforts. Dorsey said he'll use shares he owns in Square to fund the donations. The money will be distributed through a private company he created called Start Small.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 0:40

Tracing the PPE supply chain amid pandemic

PPE shortages have been blamed for the deaths of health care workers and have led to protests across the country as the coronavirus pandemic continues to infect thousands. California said it was frustrated with the federal response to the shortage in personal protective equipment, and recently signed its own agreement to buy the valuable equipment for its health care workers on the front lines. Dr. Jon LaPook examines the PPE supply chain and speaks to a former health official about what the country should do.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 5:05

Birx reacts to Trump accusations against WHO

As U.S. coronavirus deaths climb, some signs show the coronavirus' spread may be slowing in New York, the pandemic's epicenter. White House coronavirus task force coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the national efforts to flatten the curve. Birx also reacts to President Trump's recent comments blaming the World Health Organization for the virus' spread.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 4:53

Memo warned White House about coronavirus

The Trump administration had a shake up on Tuesday with the acting secretary of the Navy resigning in the wake of his remarks blasting Captain Brett Crozier. This comes as President Trump had early warnings of the deadly coronavirus in January. Weijia Jiang reports.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 2:43

Coronavirus explodes across Southern states

The coronavirus is exploding across the South with 60,000 confirmed cases. Louisiana has the second highest death rate in the U.S. where more than 70% of coronavirus deaths are African Americans. Janet Shamlian has a look at the numbers.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 2:20

Antibody test to measure spread of coronavirus

An ambitious testing program by the University of Miami began in South Florida on Monday. The goal is to clear up the chaotic picture of just how widespread the coronavirus is, which in turn should help some governments plan its response. Dr. Jon LaPook has a look.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 1:44

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