Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Jim Benemann.” Source
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U.S. Postal Service could shut down by June, lawmakers warn
As funding runs low, U.S. Postal Service says it may not be able to keep operations going. Source
Trump says “this will probably be the toughest week”
The president repeated his argument that the country should reopen its economy as soon as possible, adding that he wanted to see sports fans packing arenas “sooner rather than later.” Source
“Star Wars” actor Andrew Jack dies of coronavirus
The actor also worked as a dialect coach for actors such as Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Hemsworth. Source
Cuomo says China and Oregon will be sending ventilators to New York
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Saturday that as the state faces what could be the peak of the coronavirus crisis, China and Oregon have both said they will send ventilators. Watch his remarks. Source
USPS employees are demanding hazard pay
A petition says postal employees carry “blood, sweat, and tears” every day at the expense of their health and time with families. Source
Virus infects more crew on U.S. warship after captain fired
The number of USS Theodore Roosevelt crewmembers who have tested positive for the coronavirus has risen to 155, the Navy says. Source
Coronavirus updates: Global death toll tops 62,000
More than 7,800 people have died in the United States. Source
Corona beer halts production during coronavirus pandemic
The brewery that produces Corona also announced it is donating 300,000 antibacterial sanitizers made from its beer. Source
D.C. couple weds less than 24 hours before lockdown
Sara called the wedding “the most beautiful, special experience,” and said she would not have had it any other way. Source