Zach Williams’ friends urged him to turn his journal entries into song lyrics. Now, with bandmates Kanene Pipkin and Brian Elmquist, they make up The Lone Bellow — a widely-acclaimed group whose albums have often landed on best-of-the-year lists. They released their fourth collection, “Half Moon Light,” in February. The joined “CBS This Morning’s” Saturday Sessions from their homes in Nashville to perform “August.” Source
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Saturday Sessions: The Lone Bellow performs “Count on Me”
Zach Williams’ friends urged him to turn his journal entries into song lyrics. Now, with bandmates Kanene Pipkin and Brian Elmquist, they make up The Lone Bellow — a widely-acclaimed group whose albums have often landed on best-of-the-year lists. They released their fourth collection, “Half Moon Light,” in February. The joined “CBS This Morning’s” Saturday Sessions from their homes in Nashville to perform “Count on Me.” Source
Biden expresses regret for saying black voters who consider backing Trump “ain’t black”
Joe Biden is expressing regret after saying black voters who are considering supporting President Trump “ain’t black” during an interview with Charlamagne tha God. Ed O’Keefe reports on the fallout from the former vice president and presumptive Democratic nominee’s comments. Source
The life and legacy of Charles Drew, the African American doctor who pioneered blood banks
An experimental procedure that transfers blood plasma from a coronavirus survivor into the bloodstream of a patient still battling the disease is among the most promising treatments amid the pandemic. Its creation is credited to one man, Charles Drew. Drew was inspired to go into medicine after the devastating Spanish Flu pandemic took the life of his sister. Michelle Miller looks at Drew’s life and accomplishments, and speaks to his daughter, Charlene Drew Jarvis, about his legacy. Source
Former surgeon general says “any path to reopening” includes coronavirus testing
Former Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to talk about the latest advancements in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. He explains why testing is so critical to reopening, and the effects of loneliness and the lack of human connection people are experiencing under coronavirus lockdown. Murthy recently authored a new book, “Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World.” Source
Students struggle with technical issues while taking AP tests online
High school students taking Advanced Placement tests this year have reported technical issues complicating the already-stressful exams, after the coronavirus pandemic forced schools to shut and move classes online. Dana Jacobson speaks to some students about their experience taking the AP test from home. Source
Fees and regulation issues create uneasy alliance between restaurants, delivery apps
Restaurants are more reliant than ever on the growing delivery app industry, as coronavirus lockdowns around the country force businesses to shut their doors and limit the amount of people who can come inside. While convenient for consumers, those services come with big fees for restaurants, and have now caught the eye of regulators. Brook Silva Braga reports on the uneasy alliance. Source
Racist incidents against Africans amid China’s virus crackdown spark outcry
Images of African people sleeping on the street after being evicted from their homes have incited backlash. Source
What Memorial Day will look like amid the coronavirus pandemic
Memorial Day weekend will usher in the unofficial start of summer as all 50 states loosen coronavirus restrictions. However, officials are imploring people to adhere to guidelines set at beaches and restaurants to offset a potential spike in COVID-19 cases. Michael George looks at what some popular destinations are doing to prepare for a safe long weekend. Source
Trump deems houses of worship “essential” despite coronavirus concerns
The CDC has released new guidelines for reopening houses of worship, backing up President Trump’s push to have them open this weekend. Mr. Trump said houses of worship would be deemed “essential” in a press conference Friday, threatening to override governors who do not open them. Nikole Killion reports on the latest messages coming from the CDC and the White House. Source