Chris in the spring of 1945 a new president took office in the midst of a great war. That first day he learned of a topsecret project that had been underway for years to develop a terrifying new super weapon to end the war. It was a joint effort by americas top officials, scientists and military leaders. The new president still had to give the order to go ahead. Perhaps the toughest decision any leader has ever faced. This is the story of the 116 days that changed the world. Chris january 20, 1945. Millions of americans were fighting world war ii in europe and in the pacific but in washington Franklin Delano roosevelt was being inaugurated for an unprecedented fourth term as president. The almighty god has blessed our land in many ways. Chris standing nearby the junior senator from missouri im a Harry S Truman, was the new Vice President. Many doubted roosevelt would make it through the next four years. Everyone knew fdr was sick. Chris kirk graham is director of the Harry S Truman lib
And i know that during times of isolation, it can get a little bit worse. These times in particular are both unprecedented and incredibly challenging. I want to let you know it is okay to not be okay. We all need to come together to cope with the stress and to prevent a second epidemic of what can happen if we dont address the stress and trauma. We can overcome it. Weve got what it takes to get through this. Clouds cant last forever. They cant and they wont. Thats not how the atmosphere works and thats not how life works. Abc7 presents your Mental Health. A bay area conversation. Im so glad you made it to us today. This special edition of abc7 news. Im reggie aqui along with kate larsen. Instead of our regular 4 00 p. M. Newscast, were going spend an hour engaging experts and you in this abc7 listens vtu tn ha the issue, our Mental Health. And kate, were asking today how you, because even if the answer isnt great, thats what were diving into. Thats what were here to talk about, reggie,
Mystery. New reports that north koreas leader kim jongun missing from public for weeks is in grave Health Following surgery. Martha raddatz here with what we know. Oil prices plunge falling below zero for the First Time Ever with demand drying up and so many people staying home. What it could mean for gas prices. Mystery covid symptom. A growing number of coronavirus patients with serious skin problems. Dr. Ashton here with what you need to know about covid toes. Grocery store shutdown. The new calls to protect employees as workers plan a massive protest against bad behavior by shoppers not following the rules. And will smiths fresh take on the pandemic. The superstar going oneonone with dr. Fauci and teaming up with kids to ask some important questions. Our exclusive sneak peek this morning. Good morning, america. Happy to have you with us on this tuesday morning. You got to love will smith bringing in kids to ask dr. Fauci questions about covid19. You sometimes forget that kids have
Their lives every day on the frontline, to Law Enforcement officers and First Responders, all of whom cannot work from home. To our businesses adapting to meet critical supply shortages, and to our public officials, and of course to our president. Americas best shine brightest when needed the most. All fighting to keep our country healthy, safe, and secure. And then theres us. Every day americans who have our own hopes and fears and struggles but still see simple acts of kindness and generosity all around us. We tell those stories tonight. Tonight, we highlight those helping to unleash the american spirit when its needed the most. Over the next hour, were going to tell stories, big, and small, of hope, inspiration, and every day heroism. The spirit that embodies america s strength and resolve in times of crisis, and continues to prove what makes this country the greatest nation on earth. This is america together. [bells ringing] many stores are experiencing supply shortages. It does re
America strikes back after two u. S. Troops were killed in iraq. A very busy friday early today starts right now and what a week its been and we have made it to friday im frances rivera. And im phillip mena. We wake up to a country on hold. As the coronavirus continues its unrelenting spread from cascading cancellations to disruptions in our everyday lives. Americans now prepare for our new normal heres what we know at this hour the number of cases here in the United States have passed 1,600. Meanwhile, new york state has declared a state of emergency. Banning all large gatherings theyre also opening a public drivethrough testing facility at the epicenter of the outbreak in new rochelle. And just across the river in jersey city, the mayor has imposed a curfew on bars and clubs to 10 00 p. M. Its all in an attempt to contain the virus. Hes also asking bars to take attendance if they have over 25 people inside. After revealing their shocking coronavirus diagnosis, tom rainks hanks and hi