America’s two biggest carmakers aren’t rolling sedans off their assembly lines right now, they’re churning out ventilators. And they’re doing it with new practices that prioritize keeping workers safe. Source
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Coronavirus: The pain and sorrow of dying at home
Stories from three grieving families of COVID-19 victims: “I didn’t say goodbye because I didn’t think it was goodbye.” Source
Coronavirus updates: Last COVID-19 patient discharged from U.S. Navy ship
There are nearly 55,000 deaths in the U.S., according to a tally from Johns Hopkins University. Source
Coronavirus hits Iowa firefighter’s family with deadly consequence
“All it takes is one person to be irresponsible to affect a family that doesn’t deserve it,” Omar Martinez said of the devastating toll COVID-19 can have. Source
COVID-19 victims’ stories: Tim Liszewski
Maris Burton remembers her fiancé’s last days before he died at home from the coronavirus: “I didn’t say goodbye because I didn’t think it was goodbye.” Source
COVID-19 victims’ stories: Ben Hirschmann
Robert Hirschmann remembers his son’s last days before he died at home from the coronavirus: “This is a hole in your heart that will never be filled again.” Source
Coronavirus updates from April 17, 2020
The virus has sickened more than 2.2 million people worldwide. Source
New study says coronavirus detected on tiny particles of air pollution
As the debate rages worldwide about when to send people back to work, a new report says COVID-19 could be even more contagious than previously believed. It’s been detected on tiny particles of air pollution called particle matter, especially high in industrial areas. Chris Livesay reports. Source
Single mom laid off due to coronavirus finds way to help neighbors in need
60 Minutes met Alysha Navarro earlier this month after she had been laid off from her restaurant job at Melba’s in New York City. The 30-year-old said she received $500 from viewers who reached out after hearing her story, and she found a way to share most of it with others. Source
How coronavirus has affected the airline industry
The airline industry has gotten a $61 billion lifeline from the federal government. But their future might be forever changed by the coronavirus pandemic. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source