Coronavirus' crushing impact on small business in America
Our viewers had a message about their small businesses in this era of quarantine: "Don't forget us"
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Struggling in a coronavirus-ravaged economy
Americans who never thought they would need it are seeking unemployment benefits because of coronavirus-related layoffs.
Businesses ready for Paycheck Protection Program, but banks aren't
Three of the nation's four largest lenders initially wouldn't take loan applications, leaving borrowers in the dark.
Understanding the record jobless numbers
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger on this week's 6.6 million newly unemployed, the latest dour financial news during the coronavirus pandemic
When will you get your federal stimulus check?
Treasury Dept says up to 70 million Americans will receive their checks in mid-April, but others could wait months.
For one Portland arcade, it's not "game over"
When the coronavirus pandemic made pinball parlors a no-go, QuarterWorld earned a bonus round by offering shut-in Portlanders eager to play the opportunity to rent games for their very own home
U.S. Postal Service could shut down by June, lawmakers warn
As funding runs low, U.S. Postal Service says it may not be able to keep operations going.
Here's what could affect how big a stimulus check you get
Owing child support could shrink your check, but being behind on taxes or student loans aren't a factor.
USPS employees are demanding hazard pay
A petition says postal employees carry "blood, sweat, and tears" every day at the expense of their health and time with families.
Corona beer halts production during coronavirus pandemic
The brewery that produces Corona also announced it is donating 300,000 antibacterial sanitizers made from its beer.
For one small biz owner, staying afloat means painful job cuts
Molly Moon has had to make many tough choices to keep her popular Seattle ice cream chain alive during the pandemic.
Which borrowers will — and won't — get help under stimulus law
Got a loan? Here's who is getting a break on making payments under the $2 trillion stimulus law — and who isn't.
Walmart and Target limit number of shoppers amid coronavirus pandemic
Both stores will begin monitoring their number of shoppers starting Saturday..
How much stimulus money will I get and when will I get it?
$2 trillion stimulus bill includes payments for most Americans. Here's how to figure out how much you'll receive.
Stocks drop for the week as layoffs spook Wall Street
The Dow slumped on Friday after U.S. employers cut 701,000 more jobs than they added, the first drop in a decade.
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Trump's imprint on federal courts could be his enduring legacy
Since assuming office in January 2017, Mr. Trump has appointed 193 judges to the federal bench, a staggering figure with few recent precedents.
Fired intel community watchdog breaks silence
Michael Atkinson wrote that he was "legally obligated" to make sure whistleblowers had confidentially.
5 people shot dead for "talking loudly" during virus lockdown
The shootings took place in the Ryazan region during stay-at-home orders aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus.
Speaking "with" deceased Holocaust survivors
Survivors of the Holocaust now have the chance to preserve their stories in a way that allows them to directly answer future generations' questions about their experiences.
Why John Dickerson wrote of acknowledging coronavirus grief
The 60 Minutes correspondent on why he wrote about our shared sorrows due to COVID-19: "The larger point here is that we're all going through this together."
Large storm expected to stay over Southern California for days
The storm is expected to slow, sit and spin Sunday night through Tuesday in the region, bringing along heavy rain.
"A backlog of funerals" in coronavirus' epicenter
"A lot of the COVID cases are more or less direct burials or direct cremation. But we do our best to serve the families," said one funeral director.
Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 death toll nears 10,000 in U.S.
COVID-19 has claimed almost 70,000 lives around the world, but even as Americans brace for a "horrific" period, there are reasons for hope.
Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner and George Takei with advice for the "Next-Greatest Generation"
The comedy writers and "Star Trek" actor offer some insight into resilience for challenging times, from a generation that survived a depression and world war.
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For one small biz owner, staying afloat means painful job cuts
Molly Moon has had to make many tough choices to keep her popular Seattle ice cream chain alive during the pandemic.
How to apply for a small business stimulus loan
Companies with 500 or fewer workers that have been hurt by the pandemic are eligible for loans to cover payroll and bills.
Gin maker switched to sanitizer — now he can pay his 16 workers
Some distillery owners say they are doing their part to fight coronavirus by making hand sanitizer for hospitals in need.
What coronavirus relief bill offers small businesses
The $2 trillion package features forgivable loans and other aid to smaller employers. Some experts say it's not enough.
There are now more than 7,000 craft brewers in the U.S. alone
In 2018, domestic sales reached a record $27.6 billion, representing 24% of the American beer market.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
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5 people shot dead for "talking loudly" during virus lockdown
The shootings took place in the Ryazan region during stay-at-home orders aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson hospitalized due to coronavirus
The 55-year-old had tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus, late last month.
What lessons can Italy teach the U.S. about the coronavirus?
Italian doctors who have fought the pandemic talk about the importance of wasting no time in preparing for the effects on hospitals of an overwhelming abundance of COVID-19 patients
Thousands of Americans stranded abroad due to coronavirus
A steady stream of Americans have been brought home, but some 22,000 still remain stranded overseas.
U.N. official warns of "dire" financial crisis due to coronavirus
U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres said earlier this week that the U.N. is under "increased financial constraints" related to the coronavirus coupled with other shortfalls
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Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 death toll nears 10,000 in U.S.
COVID-19 has claimed almost 70,000 lives around the world, but even as Americans brace for a "horrific" period, there are reasons for hope.
Mayor fights Georgia governor's re-opening of city's beaches
Tybee Island's Shirley Sessions calls Brian Kemp's reversal a "reckless mandate" and says she fears people crowding the beaches again.
Trump's imprint on federal courts could be his enduring legacy
Since assuming office in January 2017, Mr. Trump has appointed 193 judges to the federal bench, a staggering figure with few recent precedents.
Patients rushing to join studies of promising coronavirus drug
Gilead Sciences' remdesivir is farther along in testing than many other potential therapies and the studies could lead to regulatory approval.
Coronavirus updates from April 5, 2020
There have been more than 337,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the U.S., the most of any country. And almost 10,000 of those people have died.
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Trump's imprint on federal courts could be his enduring legacy
Since assuming office in January 2017, Mr. Trump has appointed 193 judges to the federal bench, a staggering figure with few recent precedents.
Fired intelligence community watchdog breaks silence
Michael Atkinson wrote that he was "legally obligated" to make sure whistleblowers had confidentially.
1,700 ventilators will be sent to 5 states battling outbreak, Trump says
The president also announced Sunday that some 1.6 million Americans have been tested for the coronavirus.
Gottlieb says "aggressive surveillance" needed to track future virus spread
Gottlieb said the nation needs a "better toolbox" and "good medicine cabinet," along with surveillance, to better address future coronavirus outbreaks.
Transcript: Luana Marques on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Luana Marques that aired Sunday, April 5, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
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Queen Elizabeth gives rare public address on coronavirus
Queen Elizabeth gave a rare public address on Sunday as the country battles the coronavirus pandemic. The queen's speech urged unity and gratitude in these trying times. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Some ... of many: Remembering victims of coronavirus
They are our friends and neighbors, people of renown or just regular people. "Sunday Morning" takes a moment to remember just a few of the victims of the coronavirus pandemic.
Some ... of many: Those we've lost to coronavirus
They are our friends, our neighbors; people of renown, and just regular people. "Sunday Morning" takes a moment to remember just a few of the victims of the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Little Fires Everywhere" writer Celeste Ng
For her second mega-bestselling novel, "Little Fires Everywhere" (now a Hulu miniseries), author Celeste Ng was inspired by the Cleveland, Ohio suburb where she grew up as the daughter of Hong Kong immigrants. In February she returned to Shaker Heights with correspondent Martha Teichner, to talk about her childhood in a progressive and diverse community, her stories of class and racial divides, and how she dealt with internet trolls.
"Little Fires Everywhere" author Celeste Ng
The bestselling writer talks about her childhood in a progressive and diverse Cleveland suburb, which helped inspire her stories of class and racial divides, and about being targeted by racist online trolls
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With more working from home, our Internet undergoes a stress test
There has been a dramatic rise (as much as 50%) in online traffic on residential networks that weren't built for data-heavy two-way video conference calls
Google data tracks coronavirus lockdown movement
The internet giant's Community Mobility Reports show how social distancing has affected travel to places like supermarkets and parks.
Zoom looks to fix major security shortcomings
Zoom's CEO said conferencing company will freeze certain features for 90 days to work on strengthening its security.
Amazon vows all warehouse workers will have face masks by next week
The company is also expanding its use of temperature checks to all its facilities, after a surge of worker complaints.
Zoom CEO responds after calls hacked with slurs and porn
The popular app said its number of users has ballooned to hundreds of millions with people isolated at home under coronavirus precautions.
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Tiger tests positive for COVID-19 at New York City zoo, officials say
The Bronx Zoo says Nadia, her sister Azul, two Amur tigers and three African lions had developed a dry cough. They are all expected to recover.
Remains of 90-million-year-old rainforest found near South Pole
The South Pole is a harsh, frozen landscape of ice. But new research suggests it once held a lush temperate rainforest.
The Earth is shaking less under coronavirus lockdowns
During the coronavirus pandemic, people are moving less — and so is the planet.
"Above normal" Atlantic hurricane season on tap, researchers say
At least eight of the 16 named tropical storms that are forecast will reach hurricane status with winds greater than 74 mph, according to Colorado State University.
Human impact on environment raises risk of pandemics
Some members of the scientific community have been warning for years that it was not a matter of if, but when another pandemic would threaten humanity.
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Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 death toll nears 10,000 in U.S.
COVID-19 has claimed almost 70,000 lives around the world, but even as Americans brace for a "horrific" period, there are reasons for hope.
Mayor fights Georgia governor's re-opening of city's beaches
Tybee Island's Shirley Sessions calls Brian Kemp's reversal a "reckless mandate" and says she fears people crowding the beaches again.
Patients rushing to join studies of promising coronavirus drug
Gilead Sciences' remdesivir is farther along in testing than many other potential therapies and the studies could lead to regulatory approval.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson hospitalized due to coronavirus
The 55-year-old had tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus, late last month.
1,700 ventilators will be sent to 5 states battling outbreak, Trump says
The president also announced Sunday that some 1.6 million Americans have been tested for the coronavirus.
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USPS employees are demanding hazard pay
A petition says postal employees carry "blood, sweat, and tears" every day at the expense of their health and time with families.
Corona beer halts production during coronavirus pandemic
The brewery that produces Corona also announced it is donating 300,000 antibacterial sanitizers made from its beer.
Walmart and Target limit number of shoppers amid coronavirus pandemic
Both stores will begin monitoring their number of shoppers starting Saturday..
Stocks drop for the week as layoffs spook Wall Street
The Dow slumped on Friday after U.S. employers cut 701,000 more jobs than they added, the first drop in a decade.
Texas judge blasts Hobby Lobby for ignoring stay-at-home order
"99.9% of the business community puts public health over profits," Dallas County judge says in admonishing retailer.
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5 people shot dead for "talking loudly" during virus lockdown
The shootings took place in the Ryazan region during stay-at-home orders aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus.
Wealthy Florida couple give different accounts of violent confrontation
Police respond to a call from a man claiming an intruder brutally attacked him and his wife, but everything changes after the wife tells her side of the story.
Did a New York wedding lead to an attempted murder in Florida?
A wealthy couple argue when a daughter's sumptuous wedding goes over budget. Their long-running feud ends in a stabbing.
Evidence photos: Reuschel attempted murder case
Mike Reuschel told police he and his wife Sue had been stabbed by an intruder, but she later told police her husband was the real assailant.
Doctor and husband found dead by jogger were "targeted"
Authorities have not disclosed the manner of their deaths, but UW police said the slayings were not by chance.
Space
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NASA's Perseverance rover is bringing a hidden message to Mars
After NASA shared a photo of the rover's plaque carrying the names of nearly 11 million people, eagle-eyed fans spotted something special.
NASA offers online fun amid coronavirus
NASA is offering some help to families who are quarantined during the coronavirus. The space agency's website has dozens of tutorials to fascinate any math, science and space lovers.
SpaceX wins NASA moon program contract
SpaceX's Dragon XL cargo ships will support NASA's Artemis moonwalkers and allow extended research.
U.S. Space Force launches billion-dollar military comms satellite
The flight was the first national security space launch under authority of the newly established U.S. Space Force — and completed during a deadly pandemic.
Astronaut who spent 665 days in space has advice on isolation
By social distancing and quarantining, people are "saving lives," retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson said.
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Evidence photos: Reuschel attempted murder case
Mike Reuschel told police he and his wife Sue had been stabbed by an intruder, but she later told police her husband was the real assailant.
Coronavirus: Deserted places in America, Italy, China and more
From hallowed U.S. colleges to Parisian museums to Italian landmarks, the coronavirus is clearing out the world's most beloved public spaces.
Deadliest infectious diseases in the world, ranked
It's not yet clear how the new coronavirus outbreak will stack up against the world's deadliest infectious diseases.
New on Netflix, Amazon, Disney+, Hulu and More
Shows and movies you'll want to stream soon.
The worst movies of 2020
Some of the worst films of the year star big-name actors, including Mark Wahlberg, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Kristen Stewart.
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Sole survivor of Chino Hills massacre describes what happened
Doug and Peggy Ryen, their daughter, Jessica, and neighbor Christopher Hughes were brutally murdered inside the Ryen family’s home on June 4, 1983. Josh Ryen was the only survivor. A year-and-a-half later, the 10-year-old answered D.A. Dennis Kottemeier’s questions about that horrific night – with his grandmother by his side.
Some hospitals cut staff amid pandemic
A new U.S. government report finds hospitals are facing a combination of problems that make it much harder to deal with coronavirus, including slow testing, equipment shortages and staff burnout. Many hospitals also are losing revenue, which has led some to cut jobs, Anna Werner reports.
U.K. PM in hospital week after getting virus
Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson is in a hospital for tests Monday morning because he has had persistent coronavirus symptoms for more than a week. Johnson has faced harsh criticism for acting too slowly against the virus. Charlie D'Agata reports that just one month ago, he was not concerned about close contact with coronavirus patients.
Doctor says he's "afraid of this week"
Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the warning from health officials that the United States will face its toughest week yet, as coronavirus cases continue to rise. He also explains the benefits and risks of treating coronavirus with hydroxychloroquine.
Trump clashes with doctors on virus treatment
President Trump wants Americans to take an existing drug to fight the coronavirus. His advice contradicts Dr. Anthony Fauci and other top scientists who say we don't know if it's the right medicine. Ben Tracy reports on the clash between Mr. Trump and health experts.
