As millions of students across the country stay home because of the coronavirus pandemic, some families are struggling to adjust. School closures in 37 states affect more than 37 million kindergarteners through 12th graders. Meg Oliver reports that many don’t have the technology needed for online learning. Source
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Doctor on why social distancing is crucial amid coronavirus pandemic
Social distancing has changed the course of daily life as schools, movie theaters and restaurants are all shut down over coronavirus concerns. President Trump warned Americans against gathering in groups larger than 10, encouraging the public to stay home whenever they can. Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the impact of social distancing. Dr. LaPook self-quarantined after possibly coming into contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19. Source
European life grinds to a halt amid coronavirus pandemic
European leaders are meeting on Tuesday to discuss potentially drastic measures to contain the coronavirus pandemic. The continent is considering a wide-ranging travel ban as individual countries like France and Spain all but shut down with residents encouraged to stay indoors save for necessary trips. Elizabeth Palmer reports on how the world is attempting to contain the virus’ spread. Source
Americans told to hunker down as coronavirus claims 90 lives
President Trump has urged everyone to stay home from work and school and stop mingling for 2 weeks, but that could be extended. Source
U.S. stocks futures bounce around after Wall Street’s dark day
Dow futures were up hundreds of points, then in negative territory then back on solid ground after overseas markets stabilized Source
How to watch results for Tuesday’s primaries
Coronavirus is likely to stifle turnout, as millions of Americans stay home. Source
Kentucky Derby being postponed due to coronavirus, reports say
Sources say the race won’t be run until September 5. It would be the first time in 75 years that it won’t be run on the first Saturday in May. Source
Stocks seem poised for big bounce off Wall Street’s dark day
Dow futures up hundreds of points as some markets overseas stop the bleeding Source
Navarro pitches way to cut dependence on medicine made abroad
The Trump administration is looking for ways to ease the burden of coronavirus on the nation’s medical supply chain. Source
Ohio delays primary in late night decision amid coronavirus outbreak
Ohio’s health director orders polling locations to close Tuesday amid health concerns, despite a judge’s decision not to delay the election. Source