Americans applying for jobless aid drop to 787,000
Fewer workers are filing for first-time unemployment benefits, a sign the COVID labor market is picking up.
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1 in 6 women of color face food insecurity amid pandemic
Since March, more than 57% of Hispanic women and 53% Black women say they've lost income, compared to about 41% among White men and women.
New Jersey reports over 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for 5th straight day
"We're advising all New Jerseyans to avoid any unnecessary interstate travel given the recent increases in numbers both here and in neighboring states," the governor sais.
Health secretary denies report he wants to oust FDA head
According to a report published in Politico, Azar had expressed his frustration with Hahn to several allies within his department
Weekly jobless claims lowest since pandemic began
787,000 Americans filed unemployment claims for the first time last week, the lowest number since March 14. Frances Stacy, director of portfolio strategy at Optimal Capital, joins CBSN to discuss the long-term implications of the unemployment problem.
Doctor on rise in COVID cases and racial disparities
The CDC has published a new report that offers further insight into on populations most at risk from the coronavirus. Dr. Uché Blackstock joins CBSN to discuss the racial disparities, plus reasons behind the recent surge in cases nationwide, progress toward a vaccine, and updated guidelines for avoiding exposure.
Wisconsin sees record COVID-19 death toll
Adriana Diaz tours a COVID-19 unit in Wisconsin's largest hospital -- one of five -- as the state sets a new single-day coronavirus death toll record.
HHS secretary on COVID-19 vaccine timeline
Coronavirus cases are increasing in nearly 75% of the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss the "concerning" trend and a new Politico report that claims he is working to oust the FDA commissioner.
Obama makes first in-person Biden 2020 stop
In his first in-person campaign event for Joe Biden, former President Obama called out President Trump's coronavirus response. In a series of blistering criticisms, he accused the Trump administration of botching the pandemic response and encouraged supporters to vote. Paula Reid reports.
Teen wins $25K prize for research on potential COVID-19 cure
Anika Chebrolu's research could someday lead to a potential treatment for the coronavirus.
Senate Democrats block slimmed-down GOP coronavirus bill
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin are continuing negotiations over a larger package.
Chris Christie on masks: "Wear it or you may regret it—as I did"
"I mistook the bubble of security around the president for a viral safe zone. I was wrong," the former New Jersey governor wrote.
Teen works on potential cure for coronavirus
A 14-year-old from Texas hopes to one day save lives with her research on a potential treatment for the coronavirus. Mireya Villarreal shares her story.
A look inside the COVID-19 ward at Wisconsin's largest hospital
"I wish people would take this serious," a 73-year-old woman battling COVID-19 told CBS News.
Cleaning company is more profitable than it was pre-COVID
Owner of home-cleaning service said the funds allowed him to restructure his small business. Now it's more efficient.
U.S. reports more than 60,000 new COVID-19 cases
In at least four Midwestern states — South Dakota, Iowa, Idaho and Wisconsin — an alarming 20% of recent tests are positive.
Inside a COVID-19 ward at Wisconsin's largest hospital
The number of coronavirus patients has tripled over the past month at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center — the largest hospital in Wisconsin. Adriana Diaz reports in this CBS News exclusive.
COVID hospitalizations rise in many states
The number of new cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. are at the highest levels since summer, and hospitalizations are rising in at least 30 states. Dr. Robert Glatter, an emergency physician at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, joins CBSN to discuss the latest surge around the country.
Poll shows Latino voters' confidence in Biden
A new poll from the Pew Research Center shows more than two-thirds of Latino voters have confidence in Joe Biden to handle key issues like the coronavirus, bringing the country together and foreign policy. Jens Manuel Krogstad of Pew joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to break down the findings.
Experts fear COVID surge will get worse
Experts are warning that they expect to see newly confirmed cases of coronavirus soar in the coming weeks, and that Americans should brace for a several "tough months" ahead. Dr. Luiza Petre, a cardiologist and assistant professor of cardiology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the virus.
Mass. governor and Salem mayor outline precautions ahead of Halloween
Salem typically attracts half a million visitors during October but due to the coronavirus pandemic, the city is asking visitors without plans to not visit.
U.K. business brace for lockdown
Businesses in parts of the U.K. are worried about the impact of new COVID-19 restrictions, as cases continue to rise. Jessica Parker from our partners at BBC News reports.
Cuomo redraws COVID-19 hot zones as infection rates improve
Cuomo spoke after red zone COVID-19 infection rates have come down in parts of the state in the last week, but as as New Jersey sees a surge in cases.
How to manage financial stress in the COVID era
First, cover your basic necessities, experts say. Then start working on a long-term financial strategy.
Doctor on COVID surge, vaccine timeline
Moderna's CEO says interim results are expected next month from a large clinical trial of the company's coronavirus vaccine -- one of several vaccines in the final phase of testing. If all goes well, the FDA could authorize emergency use by the end of the year. Internal medicine specialist and immunologist Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to weigh in on the latest developments.
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