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8/3: Tropical Storm Isaias threatens the East Coast. Search for missing marines and sailor called off. Aug 03, 2020

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Nearly the entire East Coast is under threat from Tropical Storm Isaias - while explosive wildfire are spreading fast in California. The storm is making it more difficult to fight the coronavirus in hard-hit states like the Carolinas and Florida. The search for 7 missing marines and one navy sailor off California has been called off. All eight are presumed dead. President Trump apparently is halting his plan to shut down the popular video app Tiktok in the U.S. The White House and Congressional Democrats are blaming each other for not working out a new coronavirus stimulus bill. Recent COVID-19 spikes around the world have forced many foreign governments to shut things back down, or reconsider their plans for the immediate future.

Silvia Moreno-Garcia's 'Mexican Gothic' Taps Into Gothic Horror Genre Aug 03, 2020

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Silvia Moreno-Garcia's new novel has been called “a terrifying twist on classic gothic horror” and “darkly brilliant and captivating.” Set in the 1950s, "Mexican Gothic" tells the story of Noemí Taboada’s efforts to save her cousin from her husband and his family in their isolated mansion in the Mexican countryside. Moreno-Garcia tells CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal why she decided to wade into the gothic horror genre. Plus, she explains why it is important for authors to be transparent about how they are able to earn a living by writing.

7/31: Federal unemployment benefits are set to expire today. John Lewis remembered as a hero, legend, and friend. Jul 31, 2020

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As we head into the weekend, the country faces huge challenges on multiple fronts. There's gridlock in Congress over federal unemployment benefits set to expire today for about 30 million Americans. For the fourth day in a row, the death toll in the coronavirus crisis was more than 1,000 people. President Trump heads to Florida to fundraise today, after a tweet yesterday suggesting the November election could be delayed — he has no constitutional power to do that. And all this is coming as a hurricane bears down on the eastern U.S., likely to hammer states already badly affected by the pandemic. As John Lewis was laid to rest in Atlanta yesterday, he was described as a hero, a legend, a gentle, humble giant, and a loving, caring friend.

7/30: U.S. coronavirus death toll passes 150,000. Civil rights hero John Lewis will be laid to rest today. Jul 30, 2020

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The number of Americans who've died from the coronavirus has now surpassed 150,000. Speaker Nancy Pelosi is making masks mandatory on the House floor, after yet another congressman tested positive for COVID-19. For the first time ever, four of the most powerful tech CEOs testified together before Congress. Civil rights hero John Lewis will be laid to rest today in Atlanta.

'A Dream Come True': Rep. John Lewis' Fight for the Smithsonian's Museum of African American History and Culture Jul 30, 2020

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One of Congressman John Lewis' lasting legislative victories was the establishment of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Chip Reid talks with the museum's interim director Dr. Spencer Crew as well as its founding director Lonnie Bunch, now head of the Smithsonian Institution, about Lewis' decades-long fight to make the museum a reality. They explain Lewis' instrumental role in the museum's creation and why he felt that learning our history was so important to ensure America lives up to its ideals.

Michael Tubbs on Defying the Odds and Becoming Mayor of Stockton, CA Jul 29, 2020

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Michael Tubbs thought he was destined for either prison or death. He was born to a teenage mother and a father who was incarcerated. But he defied the odds and became the youngest and first Black mayor of Stockton, California when he was elected at the age of 26 in 2016 — the same day Donald Trump won the White House. Tubbs joins "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud to explain how he has instated the nation’s first pilot program for universal basic income and is leading an initiative to expand the idea in other cities. Plus, Tubbs shares how his city's police department is participating in a race and reconciliation process. He also shares how he became the subject of the new HBO documentary “Stockton on my Mind,” which shows his personal and political journey.

7/29: Pres. Trump spreads misinformation about coronavirus pandemic. Protesters flood the streets of Portland. Jul 29, 2020

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There are troubling signs of new outbreaks of the coronavirus and indications the danger could be spreading as the White House coronavirus task force designates 21 states as being in the red zone due to large case numbers. President Trump is once again spreading misinformation about the pandemic, re-tweeting conspiracy theories and promoting unproven drugs. Monopolies and misinformation on social media will be part of the focus of an unprecedented hearing on Capitol Hill today. Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, Joe Biden, says he's close to choosing a running mate. Hundreds of protesters flooded the streets of Portland last night.

7/28: Americans struggle as Congress fights over stimulus package. Rep. John Lewis lies in state at U.S. Capitol. Jul 28, 2020

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A heated debate in Washington will affect the finances of millions of American families. While the president calls for re-opening to accelerate in some parts of the country, his health experts are urging several states to scale things back. There are signs of significant progress for two potential coronavirus vaccines. Members of the public continue to pay their respects to the late Congressman John Lewis as he lies in state at the U.S. Capitol.

7/27: Hurricanes threaten two states with rising coronavirus cases. There are 99 days to go until election day. Jul 27, 2020

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Two states already dealing with a rapid rise in coronavirus cases are also facing severe storms this morning. Peaceful protests across the country were upended by violence over the weekend. Lawmakers in Washington are set for a critical day of talks in their battle over a new stimulus plan, while tens of millions of Americans face uncertainty over their extra unemployment benefits. With just 99 days to go until election day, a new CBS News battleground tracker poll shows Joe Biden has a 10 point national advantage over President Trump.

Diversity in Sports: Being a Man of Color in Hockey Jul 27, 2020

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Professional ice hockey player Akim Aliu discusses his experience as a Black man in the NHL and why he's on a mission to increase diversity in the sport. Speaking with CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett, Aliu shares the racism he experienced as a young boy playing the game. Hear why he was initially hesitant to speak out about the indignities he has experienced and about his recent friendship with Colin Kaepernick.

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