Breaking news tonight, market meltdown.

As the coronavirus spread, stocks take a nose dive.

The Dow closing down more than 2,000 points, the market's worst day since the 2008 financial crisis.

And the UN warns of a global recession.

Tonight, what it means for your money.

Back on land, thousands of people exposed to the

coronavirus on the cruise liner Grand Princess, now in port in California, with more than 20

confirmed cases on board. Where are they headed now? The outbreak expands. The death toll in the U.S.

rises. With cases in at least 35 states, schools and colleges shut down.

Sporting events canceled.

Tonight, the dramatic measures Americans are taking and the warning from New York's mayor

to millions of commuters.

Drastic lockdown in Italy, the entire country virtually shut down.

Public gatherings banned.

Travel across the country halted, all in an effort to contain the virus.

Plus, Royal Farewell.

Harry and Megan make their final public appearances as senior members of the Royal Family

and Operation Celebration. A police officer goes above and beyond

the call of duty for a little girl's birthday and gives us all something to smile about.

This is the CBS Evening News with Nora O'Donnell, reporting from the nation's capital.

Good evening and thank you for joining us.

And as we come on the air tonight, Wall Street is reeling.

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