Florida reports record of more than 4,000 new COVID-19 cases
Governor Ron DeSantis isn't rolling back reopening plans as the state sees a record-breaking week.
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Dr. Barry Schultz is serving 157 years in prison after he prescribed enough opioids for a prosecutor to call him one of South Florida's, "most notorious drug dealers." In his only interview, Schultz says he's a scapegoat. Bill Whitaker reports.
Yankees and Mets will train in New York, not Florida, Cuomo says
The news comes after the MLB decided to temporarily close all spring training facilities in Florida and Arizona for cleaning.
Florida could be the next coronavirus epicenter, report warns
"The risk there is the worst it has ever been in our projections," the experts said.
Apple closes stores in 4 states as coronavirus cases jump
Tech giant is closing the retail stores just weeks after reopening them, heightening pandemic concerns.
Florida drops "Gator Bait" cheer over term's "historic racist imagery"
"It is past time for UF to commit and engage in this challenging, uncomfortable, transformational work," the school's president said.
Florida becoming coronavirus hotspot
After Florida's biggest spike in COVID-19 infections, one group of health experts warns the state could become the next big epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Bob Lahita joined CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Trump to accept GOP nomination in Florida
The Republican National Committee has confirmed President Trump will now accept the party's nomination for reelection in Jacksonville, Florida instead of Charlotte, North Carolina. CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBSN with more on the controversy over the move.
6 states report record-high jumps in new coronavirus cases
The United States may be at a crucial point in the coronavirus pandemic.
Restaurants again shutting their doors as coronavirus flares
Eateries in Texas, Florida and other states that had reopened are having to close after workers became infected.
Black Lives Matter protester and 2nd woman found dead in Florida
Police said they've taken a 49-year-old man into custody.
COVID-19 cases surge as reopenings continue
The CDC is projecting another 26,000 COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. in the next three weeks as at least 19 states report an uptick in cases. States like Florida and South Carolina that have begun reopening saw their highest daily number of cases to date. Michael George reports from New York City, the country's virus epicenter.
Coronavirus cases continue to rise
There's a notable rise in new coronavirus cases in several states, particularly in populous states like California, Texas and Florida. More than 2 million Americans have been infected thus far and the national death toll is now at 115,000. Janet Shamlian reports.
New coronavirus hotspots emerge in the South and Southwest
Some health experts say we could be seeing the impact of opening too early.
Trump's convention speech now will be in Jacksonville, Florida
President Trump said earlier he was "forced" to seek another location after North Carolina's Governor Roy Cooper wanted the RNC to scale back the convention.
Major League Soccer to resume season with Florida tournament
"The opportunity to have all 26 clubs in a controlled environment enables us to help protect the health of our players, coaches and staff as we return to play," the MLS commissioner said.
Florida's COVID-19 cases rise after reopening
Florida is seeing a rise in confirmed coronavirus cases after the state was praised by President Trump for reopening early. Dr. Ron Elfenbein joined CBSN to discuss the setback and what we can expect to see as large groups of people gather in many cities to protest social injustices.
Florida businesses cautiously re-open
Many states, including Florida, are continuing to re-open businesses despite reports of increasing coronavirus infections. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Sheriff encourages residents to shoot looters
"If you try to break into their homes to steal, to set fires, I'm highly recommending they blow you back out of the house with their guns," Sheriff Judd Grady said.
Reopening process continues throughout U.S.
New York City, the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S., is on track to slowly reopen. However, other states throughout the country are still experiencing increases in coronavirus cases. Tom Hanson reports.
Val Demings says Trump continues to demonstrate he is "unfit"
Demings, who served as the former police chief in Orlando, said that if the president "wants to bring America together, then talk about what justice looks like."
SpaceX launch set for Saturday afternoon
NASA and SpaceX will make a second attempt to send two American astronauts to the International Space Station on Saturday afternoon. Senior science reporter at The Verge Loren Grush joined CBSN to discuss.
Trump threatens to move GOP convention
President Trump is threatening to move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina, and both Florida's and Georgia's governors have offered to take over hosting on short notice. Steve Contorno, political editor for the Tampa Bay Times, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about where the convention could end up.
White House press secretary voted by mail 12 times in 12 years
McEnany and President Trump have claimed vote-by-mail leads to voter fraud, though there is no evidence of widespread voter fraud.
Iran admits protest deaths, but claims situation "under total control"
As Trump mulls his options, Iran's top diplomat claims more than two weeks of deadly anti-government unrest is under control, and he's willing to negotiate.
Fed served with Justice Dept. subpoenas, Powell says
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Fed Chairman Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, he says.
Mom warns of risks after daughter's death revealed links to online nihilists
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
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Trump warns Cuba to make a "deal" on oil after Maduro ouster
President Trump on Saturday announced that Venezuela has "started the process" of releasing its political prisoners.
Surfer missing for over 30 hours rescued, dramatic video shows
A U.S. Coast Guard crew on Friday rescued a 68-year-old man who had become stranded one day earlier while surfing in Puerto Rico.
Justice Department has scrapped its "Peacemakers" office
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
Democrat Mary Peltola launches Alaska Senate bid
Mary Peltola served as Alaska's representative in the U.S. House from 2022 to 2025.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands walk off their jobs at major hospitals.