Extra federal assistance “keeps the lights on and food on the table,” another worker says as his state ends funding. Source
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U.S. coronavirus cases dropping as vaccination rollout grows
More than 156 million people in the U.S. have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, but questions remain about the potential for needing a booster shot. Dr. Julie Morita, executive VP of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, breaks down what comes next in the fight against the coronavirus. Source
George Floyd’s death sparks street art movement
George Floyd’s death has been a driving force for racial injustice protests across the U.S., but his murder also sparked a movement in the art world. Todd Lawrence and Heather Shirey, co-directors of Urban Art Mapping Research Project and professors at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with CBSN’s Tanya Rivero about street art becoming an outlet for activists the world. Source
CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood on “The Takeout” – 5/21/2021
CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins Major to talk about NASA’s planned mission to return to the moon, private space tourism, and the future of colonization of Mars on this week’s episode of “The Takeout with Major Garrett.” Source
Israeli-Palestinian tensions remain high following cease-fire
Tensions between Israelis and Palestinians remain high following the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas militants in Gaza. Some protests were reported hours after the truce went into effect. CBS News reporter Haley Ott joins CBSN from Gaza to discuss the humanitarian crisis and the impact the cease-fire is having on the region. Source
Senators introduce bill to make public transit more accessible
“In Chicago, I can’t get into some stations because it’s three flights of stairs to get to stations,” said Duckworth, a double amputee who uses a wheelchair. Source
Biden proposes $1.7 trillion infrastructure counteroffer to GOP
The counteroffer didn’t go over well with the key Senate Republican engaging in negotiations. Source
People with disabilities offer perspective on dating, relationships
Dating is difficult under any circumstances, but what about if you have a disability? CBS News spoke with several couples who’ve found love, despite their obstacles. Source
This week on “Face the Nation,” May 23, 2021
Sen. Bernie Sanders, former Defense Secretary Robert Gates, and more appear on Sunday’s “Face the Nation” Source
Sara Bareilles on her new live album, missing audiences, feeling depressed during pandemic
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles talks with Anthony Mason about her new live album, “Amidst the Chaos: Live from the Hollywood Bowl,” starring in a new Peacock comedy, “Girls5eva,” and how she dealt with depression during the pandemic. Bareilles also discusses the return to live music, and whether she might take the stage in a “Waitress” revival on Broadway in the fall. Source