Sounds Of 2009

It began at the end of 2008, but the economy was deep in the throws of a worldwide recession in 2009. CBS News National Correspondent Dan Raviv reports.

Americans are suffering through the worst economic downturn since The Great Depression. CBS News Correspondent Peter King examines the impact of the unemployment rate.

The housing crisis in America deepened in 2009 leaving millions to call home wherever they hang their hats. CBS News Correspondent Peter King reports.

Though they were considered "too big to fail," many banks bailed out are rebounding and rewarding CEO's with huge bonuses. CBS News National Correspondent Dan Raviv examines why many Americans are feeling ripped off.

American automakers took a big hit in 2009, nearly collapsing and needing a huge bailout by the Government. CBS News Correspondent Bill Whitney reports.

The House and Senate have each passed a version of comprehensive health care reform, but obstacles remain before a final bill can reach President Obama. CBS News Correspondent Bob Fuss revisits the year's most divisive issue.

President Obama has taken on a number of comprehensive issues in his first year in office. So, did he bring us the change he promised? CBS News White House Correspondent Peter Maer reports.

Hand sanitizer and covering your mouth when you cough were just a few of the handy tips our government had when it came to preventing the H1N1 virus. CBS News Correspondent Barry Bagnato reports on the virus better known as "Swine Flu."

It was an interesting year to "fly the friendly skies." From pilots drinking on the job, to "The Miracle on the Hudson," CBS News Correspondent, and pilot, Harley Carnes looks back at a year "up in the air."

2009 had its share of shocking crimes and CBS News Correspondent Steve Futterman looks back at some of these chilling stories.

Americans were blindsided by the tragedy at Fort Hood, leaving 12 people dead and more questions raised than answered. CBS News Correspondent Jim Krasula reports.

Does President Obama's decision to send an additional 30,000 troops into Afghanistan guarantee success or will the U.S. find itself facing a quagmire? CBS News Correspondent Howard Arenstein with a year-end report.

It has been over 8 years since 9/11, but the U.S. still faces threats from terrorists, both foreign and homegrown. CBS News Correspondent Vicki Barker reports.

Our focus has turned to Afghanistan, but nearly 200 servicemen and women lost their lives fighting in Iraq. CBS News Correspondent Vicki Barker with a report on the War in Iraq.

On the scene and reporting from the moments after we lost "The King of Pop," CBS News Correspondent Steve Futterman looks back at the "day the music died" for so many around the world.

From Sen. Edward Kennedy to Farrah Fawcett, Walter Cronkite to Patrick Swayze. 2009 saw the passing of some of our most beloved figures. CBS News Correspondent Frank Settipani remembers.

The Pittsburgh Steelers won their sixth Super Bowl, setting an NFL record. The New York Yankees won their 27th World Series. CBS News Correspondent Dave Barrett recaps the year in sports.

Late-Night shakeups and a record-breaking summer at the movies made 2009 a memorable year in entertainment. Bill Bregoli reports on the year's biggest hits and misses.

So many people caught our attention in 2009, and some of that attention may have been unwanted. From a cheating Governor in South Carolina to Octomom, CBS News Correspondent Jim Chenevey has more on those who we couldn't get enough of this year.

There were many memorable quotes spoken in 2009, so that may live on and others that will pass with the New Year. CBS News Correspondent Nick Young looks back at the year in notable quotes.

Getting out the message took an almost "revolutionary" tone as Twitter became en vogue with Congress and brought global attention to election protests in Iran. CBS News Correspondent Jim Taylor has more.
So many suckers, so little time. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan looks back at the year of scammers, swindlers, and thieves.