Coronavirus cases spiking in reopened states
Coronavirus cases are on the rise in many states that have begun the reopening process. Texas continues to see record-breaking hospitalizations. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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COVID-19 cases surge across 20 states
Coronavirus infections are on the rise in more than 20 states across the South and West. More than 2 million COVID-19 cases have been reported in the U.S. since the pandemic started. Meg Oliver reports.
Some states begin reopening despite pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, some states are already trying to reopen the economy while others are tightening restrictions further. Florida has already reopened its beaches in the northern part of the state, while New York is requiring everyone to wear a face covering in public. Danya Bacchus reports.
Over 6 million file for unemployment
The Labor Department's newest weekly jobless claims report shows 6.6 million Americans applying for unemployment over the last week. The previous two weeks saw around 10 million U.S. workers filing, a grim record that reflects the coronavirus pandemic's massive weight on the economy. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to break down what the latest numbers mean for workers today and the future of the U.S. economy.
Florida struggles with unemployment surge
Since the coronavirus pandemic forced the U.S. economy into a tailspin, unemployment numbers have been rising to record heights. In Florida alone, nearly 600,000 people have applied for benefits since March 15, and the state is struggling to process the surge. Manuel Bojorquez speaks to one resident trying to apply despite the overwhelmed system making it difficult.
Floridians facing unemployment hurdles
The government will release on Thursday the weekly number of newly jobless Americans. With crashing websites, jammed phone lines and long lines -- it means the struggle many face grows more desperate with each passing day. Manny Bojorquez reports.
Parkland shooter expected to plead guilty
Nikolas Cruz's attorney says his client plans to plead guilty today to 17 murder and attempted murder charges stemming from the mass shooting at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School more than three years ago. Mireya Villarreal spoke with the father of 14-year-old victim Jaime Guttenberg about what justice would look like for his daughter.
FL couple gives conflicting assault accounts
A Florida woman was rushed to the hospital in the middle of the night in 2018 with severe stab wounds. Her wealthy businessman husband said it was a home invasion, but when she woke up from surgery, she said he was the one who attacked her. Peter Van Sant reports on the case, airing on "48 Hours" on Saturday at 10/9c.
Ship passengers sent home without quarantine
After two cruise ships with confirmed coronavirus cases docked in Florida on Thursday, hundreds of passengers who have not been showing symptoms are being flown home without being quarantined first. The Zaandam, one of the ships, had been denied entry to several countries. Nine people aboard the ship tested positive, and four have died from the disease. Florida locals say this was the best possible outcome, while Manuel Bojorquez reports that others are worried that this could lead to asymptomatic carriers further spreading the virus.
Florida's coronavirus death toll rises
Florida's governor is imposing a "stay at home" order as the state's death toll approaches new levels. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Ship with coronavirus turned away in Florida
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has had a limited response to the coronavirus pandemic, despite his state reporting the fifth highest number of cases in the U.S. A handful of counties have been ordered to shelter at home, while in others, beaches continue to be open for visitors. DeSantis has also so far refused to allow a cruise ship with four coronavirus fatalities to dock in Fort Lauderdale. Manuel Bojorquez speaks to one passenger who wants the ship to dock and sick passengers to be admitted to area hospitals.
Trump considers quarantine of N.Y. metro residents
As New York becomes the epicenter of the coronavirus, not just in the U.S. but around the world, President Trump said he is considering a quarantine of all residents who leave the metro area. Nikole Killion reports.
Spike of coronavirus cases in the South
The pandemic is spreading rapidly in the South and hospitals are becoming overwhelmed. Louisiana, Florida and Georgia are seeing an alarming rise in those infected by COVID-19. Health officials say large public events like spring break and Mardi Gras are partly to blame. Omar Vilafranca reports.
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