The $350 billion Paycheck Protection Program could run out of money as early as Tuesday night. And Congress can’t agree on how to send more. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
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Governor orders all New Yorkers to wear face coverings when outdoors
As the U.S. coronavirus death toll nears 28,000, some are demanding an end to stay-at-home orders. Meanwhile, governors warn of a resurgence of infections and deaths if restrictions are lifted too soon. Mola Lenghi reports. Source
Trump suggests reopening U.S. economy despite social distancing guidelines
President Trump says about 29 states could open in early May, but experts warn that a gradual reopening risks a new wave of coronavirus infections. Ben Tracey has the latest. Source
Antibody testing could be key to reopening Italy’s economy
With Italy’s economy under threat of collapse, the government says it’s working on solutions to getting people back to work. In CBS News’ latest installment of “Racing To a Cure,” Chris Livesay shows us how they are using antibody tests to get things back to normal. Source
Watch live: Trump says he’ll release guidelines on reopening economy tomorrow
President Trump has faced criticism for his handling of the coronavirus crisis in the early days of the epidemic. Source
Students are suing colleges to demand their tuition back
COVID-19 has forced schools to shift to online classes. Students say that’s not what they signed up for. Source
Some people left frustrated by IRS “Get My Payment” site
A new service intended to help people track their federal stimulus check left some users in the dark. Source
9-year-old girl uses Easter money to buy pizzas for homeless shelter
Nine-year-old Estrella is living up to her name, which means star. This year, she decided to spend her Easter money on one thing: buying pizza for a homeless shelter in Stockton, California. She ended up feeding about 90 people with her generous donation. Source
States move forward with coronavirus coordination after Trump backs down
Three West Coast states and seven northeastern states have allied together to coordinate their response to the virus. Source
Vermont nurse reunites with her son after two weeks apart
Rebecca Maxham, a nurse in Vermont, reunited with her 4-year-old son Olin after not seeing him for two weeks. Since she and her husband are both essential workers, they sent Olin to stay at his grandmother’s. Olin was dressed in protective gear and ski goggles for the occasion. Source