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Almanac: April 20
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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The birth of the American Revolution
Two-hundred-and-fifty years ago, on April 19, 1775, British troops faced off against colonial militias in the Massachusetts towns of Lexington and Concord, and exchanged fire - the "shot heard 'round the world" - setting off America's War of Independence.
The birth of the American Revolution
On April 19, 1775, British troops faced off against colonial militias in the Massachusetts towns of Lexington and Concord, and exchanged fire, setting off America's War of Independence. Correspondent Mo Rocca explores the dramatic events of that fateful day 250 years ago; and hears from reenactors about why the colonists' ideals still hold true today.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (April 20)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Nature: Chimpanzees
We leave you this Sunday with retired chimps living the good life at Chimp Haven in Northwest Louisiana. Videographer: Mike Hernandez.
Chimp Haven, the world's largest chimpanzee sanctuary
More than 300 residents spend their retirement years at Chimp Haven, a sanctuary for chimpanzees that is spread out across 200 acres in Northwest Louisiana.
Chimp Haven, the world's largest chimpanzee sanctuary
More than 300 residents spend their retirement years at Chimp Haven, a sanctuary for chimpanzees, that is spread out across 200 acres in Northwest Louisiana. Correspondent Conor Knighton reports on the special care given to chimps of all ages, many of whom have given much of their lives to scientific research.
What to do now: Advice from personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary
The Washington Post columnist has suggestions for those worried about the current turmoil affecting the stock market, global trade, and your retirement accounts. And yes, she says screaming is allowed.
Living your bucket list
An 83-year-old gets to live her dream of driving a race car, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP.
Living your bucket list
A recent study showed nine out of 10 participants have made a bucket list, many of which include daring feats, like skydiving. Correspondent Susan Spencer looks into the do's and don'ts of making a bucket list, and joins an 83-year-old who gets to live her dream of driving a race car, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP.
Not exactly wasting away in this Margaritaville
Latitude Margaritaville, a 55+ community, is inspired by the vibes of the late musician Jimmy Buffett. It's just one of the 800 active adult communities in the U.S., where retirees are finding community, and more. Correspondent Martha Teichner reports from the Daytona Beach community where it's always five o'clock.
Cheech and Chong: Older and wiser
The comedy duo Richard Anthony "Cheech" Marin and Thomas Chong made their names and fortunes playing laid-back potheads. Now 78 and 86, respectively, they're back on movie screens in "Cheech and Chong's Last Movie" (which may not be an accurate title). The best buds talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about their legacy.
AARP and the business of an aging audience
AARP began as an advocacy group for older Americans. Today it represents 110 million in the 50+ demographic who are living longer and retiring later.
A visit to the Boneyard: A retirement home for warplanes
At Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, the Arizona desert heat is the retirement setting for some of our nation's most heralded military aircraft, from bombers and tankers, to fighters like the F-16 Fighting Falcon. Correspondent Lee Cowan investigates the mission these vintage craft still perform today. He also visits the Planes of Fame Air Museum, in Chino, Calif., where old, restored warbirds once again take to the skies.
The birth of the 401(k)
In 1981, Ted Benna created the first 401(k) plan, which allowed corporations to contribute, tax-free, to workers' retirement accounts. That allowed companies to get out of the pension business, but gave employees more responsibility over their retirement funds. "Sunday Morning" contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks with Benna about how an obscure tax-code provision led to our current financial planning for retirement (and, at a time of precipitous stock market shocks, more angst).
Ukraine says huge Russian attack proves Putin uninterested in peace
As Trump pushes for peace, Ukraine accuses Russia of a deadly drone and missile strike, "as if there were no efforts by the world to stop this war."
California Supreme Court declines to stop Newsom's redistricting plan
The California Supreme Court cleared the way for Democrats to move forward with a plan to redraw congressional districts Thursday.
Hurricane Erin starts moving away from North Carolina coastline
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
3 U.S. warships to sail off Venezuela as Trump pushes cartel crackdown
The U.S. is deploying 3 guided-missile destroyers to waters off Venezuela as part of President Trump's effort to combat threats from Latin American cartels.
U.S. and EU flesh out trade commitments under new framework deal
The U.S. and European Union said they have formalized a deal aimed at rebalancing their trade relationship.
Texas House passes GOP redistricting plan after weeks-long standoff
The measure now goes to the Senate, after Democrats returned from a quorum-breaking walkout. Republicans aim to reshape the state's congressional maps.
Abbott targets Texas lawmakers who flee state to block votes
New agenda items include penalties for lawmakers who flee the state, pharmacy access to Ivermectin, and a groundwater study in East Texas.
Menendez brothers continue bid toward freedom with parole hearings on tap
Erik and Lyle Menendez face separate California parole board hearings this week after spending decades in prison for the 1989 killings of their parents in Beverly Hills.
Judge Frank Caprio, known for his compassion in court, dies at 88
Judge Frank Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media.