Even a small scale convention would “cushion the blow,” one bar owner in Milwaukee told CBS News. Source
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Local leaders weigh in on uncertainty of national conventions amid coronavirus
As we continue to get closer to the conventions, there are still many unanswered questions about how the DNC and RNC can move forward. CBS News 2020 campaign reporters Adam Brewster and LaCrai Mithcell joined CBSN to discuss what they learned talking to local leaders in Milwaukee and Charlotte, the cities where the conventions are scheduled to take place. Source
MLB owners, players feud over plan to start 2020 season
Major League Baseball’s owners are in talks with the players’ union over a plan to bring the sport back in 2020. Some players are concerned about the proposal’s safety, as well as the revenue sharing aspects. David Samson of CBS Sports joined CBSN to break down his ideas for safely playing baseball this year. Source
Historic megadrought in the West threatens water supply
For the past two decades, the West has been suffering through a dry spell of historic proportions. The megadrought ranks amongst the worst droughts in the past 1200 years. John Blackstone reports. Source
Americans take advantage of easing lockdown restrictions as states reopen
Most states began easing coronavirus restrictions over the weekend, and Americans were eager to take advantage. But the CDC director warned the country’s death toll could hit 100,000 by the end of the month. Danya Bacchus reports. Source
Hundreds protest the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery
Hundreds of protesters formed a caravan Saturday and drove from Atlanta to Brunswick, Georgia, to demonstrate their grief and anger over the fatal shooting of Ahmaud Arbery. Jessi Mitchell reports. Source
Class of 2020 finds ways to celebrate graduation despite coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic made it almost impossible to hold traditional graduation ceremonies for college seniors. But many graduating college students are finding creative ways to celebrate their achievements. Michael George reports. Source
Actor Fred Willard dead at 86
Actor Fred Willard died Friday of natural causes at the age of 86. Willard was widely known for his comedic roles in Christopher Guest movies such as “A Mighty Wind” and “Best In Show.” Source
Millions of Americans continue working from home even as states begin to reopen
The coronavirus pandemic has forced millions of Americans to work from home. As restrictions become relaxed and workplaces reopen, many are still hesitant to return and prefer staying put at home. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Saturday, May 16, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Jeff Gianola.” Source