Mother’s Day will not be the same for many of us this year. In this time of social distancing, family reunions are limited. Jamie Yuccas met a mother and daughter team who are changing their annual tradition in the era of social distancing. Source
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CBS News exclusive: USS Theodore Roosevelt’s new commander on fight against coronavirus
Captain Carlos Sardiello took over the USS Roosevelt from Captain Brett Crozier. More than 1,100 of the ships sailors have tested positive for coronavirus. David Martin has this exclusive interview with the new commanding officer and how he’s handling the job amid a pandemic. Source
Retailers face uphill battle convincing customers to return after pandemic
Major retail stores are reopening in the Southern states with new coronavirus regulations to stay in business. On Monday, J. Crew became the first national retailer to file for bankruptcy during the pandemic — and many more are expected to fail. Jericka Duncan reports. Source
World leaders hold virtual summit to raise money for coronavirus vaccine
World leaders held an online summit teaming up to develop a coronavirus vaccine. In CBS News’ “Racing to a Cure” report, Holly Williams takes a look at the global vaccine effort. Source
Tensions rise as states begin to reopen despite projections of more COVID-19 deaths
Life is starting to return to a small slice of normal. People are outside shopping and eating, but authorities say it’s coming at a cost as the death toll continues to rise. Janet Shamlian has the latest. Source
New USS Roosevelt commander discusses ship’s future
More than 1,100 of the ship’s sailors have tested positive for COVID-19. Source
Paycheck Protection Program II money is more than half gone
More small businesses getting loans in second round of federal loans. But big names still get help, including Denny’s. Source
Government document reveals U.S. daily death toll could nearly double by June
A new model predicts that the number of coronavirus deaths will increase to 3,000 each day by June — with cases skyrocketing to 200,000 per day. Ben Tracy has a look at the numbers. Source
FDA approves emergency use of new coronavirus antibody test
As the FDA orders all companies that sell antibody tests for the coronavirus to submit data proving their tests are accurate, one of them from Roche could prove to be highly accurate. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, May 4, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source