Truck drivers are risking their health and safety delivering critical supplies during the coronavirus pandemic. But many rest stops are closed, making it difficult to find bathrooms and food along the way. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
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How is America being fed in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic?
Getting food to people in the U.S. has become an enormous challenge since the country has been gripped by COVID-19. Anderson Cooper reports on the charge being led, in part, by world-renowned chef José Andrés to make sure Americans have something to eat. Source
Coronavirus dead overwhelming New York City, as hospitals begin testing plasma treatment
Refrigerated trailers are housing the dead as makeshift morgues in New York City, but antibodies in the blood of those who’ve recovered from COVID-19 may help bring relief to the pandemic. Scott Pelley reports Source
Lessons José Andrés learned from Puerto Rico disaster relief
José Andrés tells 60 Minutes what he learned in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria and how it’s helped him respond to the coronavirus pandemic. Source
José Andrés adapts plan for coronavirus pandemic
Chef José Andrés tells 60 Minutes adaptation is key when responding to a crisis, “…there is always something that you never prepare for.” Source
Chef José Andrés: food security is national security
Chef José Andrés tells 60 Minutes the U.S. government should create a new agency to lead the federal response of future feeding emergencies. Source
José Andrés wants empathy to bolster the world
Chef José Andrés tells 60 Minutes he hopes society becomes more empathetic as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Source
Treasury and Senate working to replenish Paycheck Protection Program, boost hospital funding
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin indicated an agreement has been reached with the Senate to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program and increase funding for hospitals. Meanwhile, President Trump and Democrats continue to clash over the scale of coronavirus testing in the U.S. Nikole Killion reports. Source
Most Americans concerned states will reopen too soon
Despite protests in several states urging governors to ease coronavirus restrictions, a new poll shows most Americans fear states will reopen too soon. Some states, such as Florida, have already begun easing restrictions despite cases continuing to climb. Meg Oliver reports. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Sunday, April 19, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Shon Gables.” Source