CBS News is experiencing the coronavirus crisis at home while covering it in real time. Four employees have fallen ill and the news division's New York offices are almost entirely closed
The New York offices of the network news division have been closed ever since two employees tested positive for the virus on Wednesday. Employees have scrambled to establish work-from-home set-ups and newscasts have emanated from other cities.The situation has changed every day, causing widespread disruptions within the news organization.Since Wednesday, two other employees have also tested positive -- a disturbing demonstration of how fiercely the virus can spread in close quarters.
"But to lower the risk, we are working with a smaller staff, with the majority of the organization working remotely. Just like so many people are now being asked to do."Zirinsky said a"very small team" produced the morning show in person. Additionally,"'CBS Sunday Morning' and '60 Minutes' will have a handful of people to complete their broadcasts."Control rooms are being manned with as few people as possible.
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