27 people charged in what authorities described as a widespread international scheme to drug horses to make them race faster. Source
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Global markets sell off as Coronavirus spreads; Activists in Mexico to hold “A Day Without Women” protest Source
Time Has Flown by for Titans Tackle Jack Conklin, Who Now Wonders What’s Next
Since being picked by the Titans in the 2016 NFL Draft, tackle Jack Conklin has played in 57 regular season games, and five playoff games. Source
Can “social distancing” help stop the spread of coronavirus?
Washington Governor Jay Inslee said Sunday that his state is considering measures including mandatory social distancing. Source
What is the SALT deduction, and can you take advantage?
Your state, local, property and sales taxes can be steep. Here’s how to figure out whether to itemize deductions. Source
3 market-panic signals point to global recession
Plunges in stock, bond and oil markets are all flagging a significant drop in economic activity. Source
Protesters hold “A Day Without Women” strike in Mexico following a series of murders
Women in Mexico are avoidng the streets to call attention to the series of murders that they are branding femicide. Reporter Adrienne Bard joined CBSN AM from Mexico City to explain the rise in homicides and the “Day Without Women” protest. Source
Cory Booker endorses Joe Biden, weighs in on Democratic party divisions
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker is endorsing Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential race. The former presidential candidate made the announcement ahead of tomorrow’s six crucial primaries. Senator Booker joins CBSN to explain why he’s supporting the former vice president. Source
More than half of U.S. states dealing with coronavirus cases
The coronavrius outbreak is continuing to spread in the United States. More than 500 cases have been reported and at least 24 people have died nationwide. CBS News’ Laura Podesta joined CBSN AM with more. Source
“False personas” spread coronavirus misinformation online
As the coronavirus spreads across the world, misinformation about the virus is being shared online, and some of it could be coming from foreign governments. A top State Department official told the Washington Post last week that Russia has been creating “false personas” to spread misinformation on social media. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joined CBSN with more. Source