CBS Evening News, April 27, 2020
Many states looking to reopen as U.S. coronavirus cases approach 1 million; Couple marks 50th wedding anniversary with virtual celebration.
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Many states looking to reopen as U.S. coronavirus cases approach 1 million; Couple marks 50th wedding anniversary with virtual celebration.
Top military general calls photo-op with Trump a "mistake;" 9-year-old raises thousands for black-owned businesses destroyed in protests
White House directs staff to wear face masks in the West Wing; Some imported face masks failing to protect first responders from coronavirus
Trump hails drop in unemployment numbers; 30 million Americans still out of work; Moments of grace and unity during George Floyd protests.
Trump defends taking hydroxychloroquine; Teacher infected with coronavirus continues her remote class
Personal valet to Trump tests positive for coronavirus; A video tribute to all moms in quarantine
Dr. Fauci warns reopening U.S. too soon could worsen coronavirus outbreak; Texas principal drives over 800 miles to visit graduating high school seniors
Bail set at $1.25 million for Derek Chauvin, the ex-cop charged in George Floyd's death; White House fence covered with posters and messages of hope
Whistleblower says Trump administration ignored warnings about coronavirus; 5-year-old aspiring teacher takes over kindergarten class
Life and legacy of John Lewis honored at Georgia funeral; Trump suggests delaying 2020 election as virus deaths rise and economy shrinks
Coronavirus cases surge as pressure mounts on healthcare workers; Husband and wife donate kidneys to the same man.
Out-of-control California wildfires prompt state of emergency; Georgia teachers bring the "cool" in back to school with viral music video
Joe Biden to accept Democratic nomination at DNC; How schools can work toward a safe year
Postal Service warns it might not meet mail-in voting deadlines; 96-year-old man continues journey to become oldest person to run coast-to-coast
Trump refuses to commit to peaceful transfer of power; School buses provide students with wifi during pandemic
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President Biden will speak about rising gas prices and the state of the economy as his administration plans to release some oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in an attempt to lower prices at the pump. Sean Sullivan, a CBS News political contributor and White House reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
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