Transcript: Lori Lightfoot on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, that aired Sunday, April 12, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
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Coronavirus experts use computer models to help hospitals prepare for the worst
Many cities are bracing for a coronavirus peak in the coming days. So to most accurately predict the impact, medical researchers are relying on data from computer models to guide them. Dean Reynolds reports.
Judge denies request to release Cook County Jail inmates
A federal judge has denied a request to release medically vulnerable inmates at a Chicago jail but ordered officials to step up coronavirus testing for detainees.
Judge rejects release of vulnerable Cook County Jail inmates
Cook County Jail is experiencing one of the largest outbreaks from a single location in the country.
Christine Baranski talks "The Good Fight"
Tony and Emmy-winning actress Christine Baranski joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the newest season of the hit series "The Good Fight," now streaming on CBS All Access. Baranski took on the role of Chicago lawyer Diane Lockhart over a decade ago in the series "The Good Wife." In the season four premiere of its spin off, Baranski's character finds herself in an alternate reality after falling into a coma.
NY sees flattening curve but spike in deaths
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo expressed optimism that the state was "bending the curve" of the coronavirus, although it is still battling the worst effects of the virus with 779 deaths in one day, including the 15th NYPD officer to die of the illness. In Chicago, overburdened hospitals dealing with coronavirus patients also have to contend with the city's gun violence, with seven people shot to death on Tuesday. David Begnaud updates "CBS This Morning" on the latest in the U.S.'s battle against the pandemic.
Chicago theater entertains viewers at home
Theaters have gone dark as the world stays home to stop the spread of coronavirus. However, the curtain still goes up every night for those who remember the words of Shakespeare: "all the world's a stage." Dean Reynolds reports.
CBS Evening News, April 7, 2020
New York suffers single deadliest day of coronavirus fatalities; Chicago theater brings viewers into virtual experience right from their couch
African Americans make up over 70% of Chicago's COVID-19 deaths
African Americans make up 52% of all coronavirus cases in Chicago even though they only account for 30% of the total population.
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New York hospitals stretched thin as governor says state may be nearing coronavirus apex; Los Angeles woman celebrates 110th birthday amid coronavirus pandemic.
N.Y. hospitals stretched thin amid apex
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo offered a glimmer of hope on Sunday, saying the state may be near the coronavirus apex. The virus is also attacking other cities like Chicago and Detroit at an alarming rate. Meg Oliver reports.
Coronavirus cases surge inside Chicago jail
With 291 confirmed coronavirus cases, the jail is experiencing one of the largest outbreaks inside a U.S. correctional facility.
Owners of empty hospitals in fights to reopen them for COVID-19
Investor also tied to shuttered hospital outside Chicago that officials say could treat patients with coronavirus disease.
U.S. cities see spike of coronavirus cases
While New York is still the epicenter of the coronavirus in the U.S., it's not the only region struggling with a rapid rise of COVID-19 infection. Mola Lenghi has the latest.
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Cities urge social distancing as U.S. coronavirus cases spikes; Coronavirus doesn't stop happy couple from their wedding night
Chicago ER doctor: Virus crisis is "the only thing that scares me"
"This is the most scared I've ever been being an ER doctor, and it's not just because of me. It's because I have a wife and a 2-year-old and a 1-year-old at home and I don't want to expose them," he told CBS News' David Begnaud.
Chicago doctor on why pandemic "scares" him
"I deal with gunshots every day and trauma and crazy stuff and this is the only thing that scares me," said emergency room doctor, Dr. Scott Samlan. He and his colleagues at Mount Sinai Hospital on Chicago's west side have been on the front lines battling the coronavirus pandemic with the limited supplies they have, even being forced to make their own masks to make up for the supply shortage. He speaks to David Begnaud about the struggles he and his fellow colleagues are facing as the crisis deepens.
Infant coronavirus death in Chicago is "very unusual," doctor says
Chicago's public health commissioner said medical professionals don't want parents bringing healthy babies to emergency rooms.
Infant dies from coronavirus in Chicago
An investigation is underway into what is believed to be the first infant death from the coronavirus in the U.S. The medical history of the baby, who lived in Chicago, was not released. The commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, Dr. Allison Arwady, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the "unusual" case and why parents shouldn't panic.
3 cities where conditions may worsen next week
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams told CBS News that New Orleans, Chicago and Detroit are likely to see conditions worsen next week. The National Guard could be called in to set up beds in Illinois and Michigan. Dean Reynolds reports.
R. Kelly cites coronavirus in seeking release from jail pending trial
Lawyers for R&B singer accused in multiple sexual misconduct cases say federal jail in Chicago takes few precautions against COVID-19.
Unclear how long "stay-at-home" orders will last, Dr. Fauci says
Residents of California, New York and Illinois have all been ordered to remain in their homes as much as possible, with some essential exceptions.
Penguins take a "field trip" in closed aquarium
These videos are a small ray of sunshine in an otherwise dark moment.
NYC and Chicago postpone St. Patrick's Day Parades
"As you might imagine this was not an easy decision and we don't take it lightly," said Chicago's mayor.
How hospitals are dealing with coronavirus cases
Hospitals in Illinois are being forced to change vital procedures as they brace for an influx of coronavirus cases. CBS News got a rare inside look at how an emergency room functions during this crisis. Adriana Diaz reports.
Mass deportation could cost billions
Bankrolling mass deportation would not only be costly — it would require a lot more manpower.
Donald Trump's rally apparently reaches capacity at MSG
Thousands descended on Madison Square Garden on Sunday for former President Donald Trump's campaign rally.
DNC projects message tying Trump to Hitler on MSG during rally
Sunday marks the first time the DNC is projecting counterprogramming onto a building while Trump will be inside it, but it's far from the first time Democrats have deployed the technique.
Harris-Trump poll has closer look inside gender gap as Trump, Harris draw even
Just over a week out from the 2024 election, a CBS News poll finds the Trump-Harris race is essentially tied nationally and across the battleground states.
McDonald's to start selling Quarter Pounders again due to E. coli test results
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Bad Bunny endorses Harris; Trump rally sparks controversy
With nine days until Election Day, Puerto Rico has been thrust into the spotlight by both campaigns.
How Russia's economy grows despite thousands of Ukraine war sanctions
Russia's economy is predicted to grow over 3% this year, more than the U.S. and Europe, despite being subjected to Western sanctions for more than two years.
Egypt proposes 2-day cease-fire in Gaza
Egypt's proposal comes as Israel's spy chief travels to Doha for talks with CIA Director William Burns and the Qatari prime minister.
Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of two women on a film set in 2021, won't appear before a criminal court in Paris on Monday due to health reasons, his lawyer said.
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Details emerge after famous mama grizzly killed by car in Wyoming
The death of grizzly No. 399 saddened tourists, biologists and photographers who for years captured images of the bear and her many cubs.
Axe missing after camper's brutal murder as killer remains at large
Dustin Kjersem was initially reported to have been killed by a bear — but officials soon discovered he was actually the victim of a brutal homicide.
Bad Bunny endorses Harris; Trump rally sparks controversy
With nine days until Election Day, Puerto Rico has been thrust into the spotlight by both campaigns.
Donald Trump's rally apparently reaches capacity at MSG
Thousands descended on Madison Square Garden on Sunday for former President Donald Trump's campaign rally.
Indiana Fever fire head coach, becoming 6th WNBA team to make a change
The Indiana Fever is the sixth WNBA team to make a coaching change this offseason.
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McDonald's to start selling Quarter Pounders again due to E. coli test results
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Musk says people accusing Trump of endangering democracy are the real danger
At a town hall in Pennsylvania, tech mogul Elon Musk played down the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol.
AI helps organization send poorest households impacted by Helene and Milton $1,000
AI helps philanthropic organization GiveAway provide neediest families direct cash payments, fast.
Washington Post won't endorse presidential candidate, sparking outrage
The Washington Post on Friday said it will not endorse Kamala Harris, Donald Trump or any other candidate this year.
Here's how much tickets cost for the 2024 World Series
Here's how much it will cost you just to get into the stadium in what's expected to be the most expensive World Series ever.
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Bad Bunny endorses Harris; Trump rally sparks controversy
With nine days until Election Day, Puerto Rico has been thrust into the spotlight by both campaigns.
Donald Trump's rally apparently reaches capacity at MSG
Thousands descended on Madison Square Garden on Sunday for former President Donald Trump's campaign rally.
DNC projects message tying Trump to Hitler on MSG during rally
Sunday marks the first time the DNC is projecting counterprogramming onto a building while Trump will be inside it, but it's far from the first time Democrats have deployed the technique.
Pennsylvania's top election official says litigation showed 2020 "elections were accurate"
Pennsylvania's top election official said Sunday that the commonwealth's 2020 elections were "accurate," while addressing allegations of voter fraud this cycle.
Former Rep. Liz Cheney urges women to "vote your conscience"
"You should do what you think is right," former Rep. Liz Cheney told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sunday.
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McDonald's to start selling Quarter Pounders again due to E. coli test results
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
McDonald's beef patties test negative for E. coli in Colorado
Colorado has seemingly eliminated one ingredient in the McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburger E. coli outbreak as a cause for death and dozens of illness.
Politics is now more important for daters. A relationship expert shares tips.
Here's how to bring up the topic productively, according to a relationship expert.
She was in pain for years. A rare condition was to blame.
Jill Becher spent more than three years in agonizing pain. After one surgery failed, a riskier treatment provided relief.
McDonald's E.coli outbreak expands
The deadly E.coli outbreak linked to McDonald's quarter pounder hamburgers has infected at least 75 people in 13 states. One person in Colorado has died. The source of the outbreak has not been confirmed.
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Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of two women on a film set in 2021, won't appear before a criminal court in Paris on Monday due to health reasons, his lawyer said.
Pompeii archaeologists uncover ancient tiny house with elaborate frescoes
Archaeologists in Pompeii uncovered an ancient tiny home filled with elaborate artwork that has remained largely intact for thousands of years.
Egypt's president says it has proposed 2-day cease-fire in Gaza
Egypt's proposal comes as Israel's spy chief travels to Doha for talks with CIA Director William Burns and the Qatari prime minister.
Transcript: "Face the Nation" excerpt of Norah O'Donnell interview with Vice President Kamala Harris
"CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell interviewed Vice President Kamala Harris in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Former Bolivian president Morales claims he survived assassination attempt
Former President Evo Morales of Bolivia claims he survived an assassination attempt after unidentified men opened fire on his car.
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Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of two women on a film set in 2021, won't appear before a criminal court in Paris on Monday due to health reasons, his lawyer said.
Timothée Chalamet surprises crowd at NYC look-alike contest
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
A visit with "Mr. Baseball" Bob Uecker
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during his more than half-century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game.
A visit with "Mr. Baseball" Bob Uecker
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during more than half a century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game – and for the city of his birth. He talks with "60 Minutes" correspondent Jon Wertheim about his love for baseball, and how it has manifested in his adjacent careers as actor, commercial pitchman, and TV talk show guest.
Stevie Nicks on "The Lighthouse," her rallying cry for women's rights
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Technology
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Consumer watchdog cautions companies against snooping on workers
Surveillance tech has expanded abilities of firms to track employees, often without their consent, fed agency says.
Young designers push for new emojis with Black, mixed-race hairstyles
A community-based group of young designers in London has big plans to expand the world of emojis, to reflect their own styles, and to quash "texturism."
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
"Mornings Memory": Google leads to friendship
Have you ever heard of the term, "Googleganger?" It's when you and a person you search on Google share the same name. A CBS report from 2007 shows how it one time led to an unlikely friendship.
Why flip phones are making a comeback
Major phone companies say some Americans want to ditch their smartphones in favor of so-called dumb phones. Some cell phone makers have even come up with new models of the iconic flip and brick phones to help those who want a simpler lifestyle.
Science
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Science
Why U.S. is seeing record-high October temps
In parts of the U.S., it's been spooky warm, with some places setting records for heat. As we get ready for Halloween, CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has been taking a closer look at these records and how climate change is heating up trick or treating.
How climate voters could impact 2024 election
Environmental activists are working in battleground states to energize climate-focused voters ahead of Election Day. CBS News senior coordinating producer of climate Tracy Wholf has more.
Stark U.N. emissions report on climate change
A new report from the United Nations says the world is way off target when it comes to cutting greenhouse gas emissions and avoiding the worst threats of climate change. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
Report: Coral reef bleaching event largest ever
New data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has scientists ringing alarm bells about the health of the world's oceans. Seventy-seven percent of the world's coral reefs have experienced "bleaching-level heat stress" over the last 22 months. Derek Manzello, coordinator of NOAA's Coral Reef Watch program, joins CBS News to dive deeper into the research.
Erosion take toll on North Carolina's Outer Banks
Rising sea levels and more intense storms driven by climate change are making it difficult for the residents who live on North Carolina's Outer Banks, a series of barrier islands. In the last four years, the Atlantic has toppled 10 homes on Hatteras Island as officials are searching for new ways to adapt. David Schechter has more.
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Axe missing after camper's brutal murder as killer remains at large
Dustin Kjersem was initially reported to have been killed by a bear — but officials soon discovered he was actually the victim of a brutal homicide.
Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of two women on a film set in 2021, won't appear before a criminal court in Paris on Monday due to health reasons, his lawyer said.
A woman is fatally shot in her bathroom. Who pulled the trigger?
After Minnesota nurse Alex Pennig was found dead in her bathroom, her friend Matthew Ecker told investigators she shot herself. But evidence at the scene left detectives with some big questions about how Pennig died.
Thieves made off with 48,000 pounds of award-winning cheddar
A con artist posing as a wholesale distributor for a major French retailer had made off with $390,000 worth of cheese.
Attack on an Iranian police convoy kills at least 10 officers
The attack on an Iranian police convoy in the country's restive southern province of Sistan and Baluchestan killed at least 10 officers, authorities said.
Space
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Space
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
Space station crew gets medical evaluation after record 235-day mission
The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.
4 large asteroids, including 1 the size of a skyscraper, speed past Earth
Four huge asteroids — and a fifth that's much smaller — are passing Earth on Thursday in their closest approaches to the planet ever recorded.
Four space station crew members head for Friday return to Earth
Spending a month longer than planned aboard the ISS, three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut are finally headed home.
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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Donald Sutherland
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Students and parents bike to school together
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1 killed when truck crashes into Israel bus stop
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