Grocery stores nationwide were flooded with anxious shoppers hoping to stock up on toilet paper, thermometers and canned goods. Across the country, families prepared for weeks at home. Mola Lenghi reports. Source

President Trump declared a national emergency on Friday over the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Mr. Trump also expressed for the first time a willingness to be tested. Wejiia Jiang reports. Source

The U.S Department of Health and Human Services estimates if the coronavirus outbreak becomes “very severe” about 38 million Americans will need medical care and nearly 10 million will need to stay in hospitals. Adriana Diaz reports. Source

Pelosi and the White House have been in negotiations over what will be included in the relief package. Source

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards has signed a proclamation moving the state’s upcoming presidential primary​ from April 4 to June 20 due to coronavirus. Source

In a dramatic move to stop the spread of the coronavirus, President Trump ordered an extensive travel ban on Europe during a Wednesday night Oval Office address. The speech sent stock futures plummeting and angered Democratic leaders who criticized Mr. Trump for failing to address the shortage of test kits. The State Department issued its own alert as well, urging Americans to reconsider any international travel plans. Paula Reid reports on how the federal government is dealing with the fallout. Source

After Vice President Pence attempted to assure Americans about the federal government’s coronavirus response, CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus cast doubt on whether the administration is prioritizing the right things. On “CBS This Morning,” Agus expressed concern that the government was still having trouble collecting accurate national data on coronavirus testing, comparing it to the ease with which President Trump was able to enact sweeping travel restrictions on Europe. Source

The U.S Department of Health and Human Services estimates if the coronavirus outbreak becomes “very severe” about 38 million Americans will need medical care and nearly 10 million will need to stay in hospitals. Adriana Diaz reports. Source

As a Muslim running for Congress in Virginia, Qasim Rashid is no stranger to racist vitriol. But instead of retaliation, he tried compassion. Steve Hartman reports. Source

“He reached across that gap and took my hand,” said Oz Dillon. Source