Amazon to turn 125,000 pandemic hires into permanent jobs

Retail giant says most of the seasonal workers hired amid delivery surge during COVID-19 lockdowns can stay on.

• May 28, 2020

Coronavirus isn't the only health risk for reopening buildings

If buildings have not had water flowing through them during the lockdowns, there could be a risk of getting Legionnaires' disease​.

• May 28, 2020

The impact of El Salvador's abortion ban

For more than 20 years, abortion has been banned in El Salvador and scores of women have been jailed. Now, advocacy groups are calling for those women to be released from prison due to the coronavirus. CBS News reporter Kate Smith traveled to the Central American country to explore the issue for the CBS News Digital documentary "Jailed for Abortion in El Salvador," and she joins CBSN with more.

• May 28, 2020
• 08:40

U.S. unemployment applications rise again

Another 2.1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, although job losses are starting to slow. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains what the numbers mean.

• May 28, 2020
• 02:09

Premier Lacrosse League to return amid pandemic

The Premier Lacrosse League is set to return for its second season in July, as other professional sports try to figure out plans to return to action amid the pandemic. Instead of a full season, the PLL will hold a 16-day tournament. Paul Rabil, co-founder of Premier League Lacrosse and Atlas LC midfielder, joined CBSN to discuss how it will all come together.

• May 18, 2020
• 04:44

2.1 million jobless claims filed last week

More than 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment last week, bringing the number of jobless claims to more than 40 million over the last 10 weeks. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss which industries are scrambling to hire some of those workers.

• May 28, 2020
• 02:04

Ford turns up the heat to help NYPD

The nation's largest police force is trying to stop the coronavirus from spreading in a very unique way. They're heating up squad cars to kill COVID-19. Kris Van Cleave reports on how Ford is working to keep New York City officers safe.

• May 28, 2020
• 02:30

COVID-19 antibody test accuracy in question

The CDC says the COVID-19 antibody tests, used to determine if people have been infected in the past, could be wrong up to half the time. It recommends they not be used to decide who returns to work. Anna Werner reports.

• May 28, 2020
• 05:44

Chris Rock and Rosie Perez join Gov. Cuomo

Chris Rock and Rosie Perez joined New York Governor Andrew Cuomo at his briefing on Thursday to help send a message about the importance of testing and wearing masks.

• May 28, 2020
• 06:38

Order allows N.Y. store owners to deny entry to people without masks

"We are giving store owners the right to say, 'If you're not wearing a mask, you can't come in,'" Cuomo said at his daily press briefing Thursday.

• May 28, 2020

Nurse and doctor marry in hospital

This nurse and doctor on the front lines of the coronavirus battle in London canceled their August wedding, but still found a special way to get married. They wed in the chapel of St. Thomas' Hospital, where they both work.

• May 28, 2020
• 01:13

Ancient Roman mosaic floor unearthed in Italian vineyard

Archeologists discovered the long-sought-after tiles just one week after returning from coronavirus closures.

• May 28, 2020

Stagnant plumbing systems could pose risks

COVID-19 may not be the only illness office workers need to worry about once they return to the office. Experts say buildings that were temporarily shut down could harbor unexpected health risks like Legionnaire's disease. Dr. Andrew Whelton, an associate professor of civil, environmental and ecological engineering at Purdue University, joined CBSN to explain.

• May 28, 2020
• 05:17

"Let the people decide": New York City businesses defy orders and open early

"We're being punished for trying to put food on our table," said one business owner.

• May 28, 2020

Asian Americans honor their heritage

Six influential Asian Americans share their heritage and what it means to be Asian American in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

• May 28, 2020
• 04:32

Charter school helps tornado victims

While more than 55 million U.S. students have been affected by school closures due to the coronavirus pandemic, one family in Tennessee was hit extra hard after a tornado destroyed their home. Ebony and Abrielle Davis joined CBSN to discuss surviving that tornado and how a charter school changed their lives. Nina Rees, president and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, also joined CBSN to discuss the ways these schools are helping students with distance learning across the country.

• May 28, 2020
• 13:03

Beauty industry professionals face uncertain futures as states reopen

Some say they fear the health risks of seeing clients, as well as further financial strain and a possible second wave​ of infections.

• May 28, 2020

Orthodox Jewish community leads plasma donations

While still experimental, early results from clinical trials show plasma transfusions are both safe and effective against COVID-19. The therapy transfuses antibody-rich plasma from recovered patients into sick patients, and many of the donors who are coming forward are members of Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish communities. Dr. Tara Narula reports.

• May 28, 2020
• 05:25

Many with COVID-19 have no symptoms

More than 100,000 Americans have died from COVID-19 since the first U.S. fatality was reported less than four months ago, and experts warn the true death toll is likely higher. Yahoo News medical contributor Dr. Dara Kass joined CBSN to discuss the devastating numbers and two new studies suggesting asymptomatic cases may be even more common than originally thought.

• May 28, 2020
• 08:01

Why the coronavirus crash is hurting women more than men

In contrast to the Great Recession, female workers account for most of the layoffs triggered by COVID-19.

• May 28, 2020

U.S. jobless claims pass 40 million

Another 2.1 million Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week, pushing the total past 40 million since the coronavirus lockdowns began in mid-March. The director of portfolio strategy at Optimal Capital, Frances Stacy, joined CBSN with a look at the latest numbers.

• May 28, 2020
• 06:01

7-year-old creates prom for his babysitter

He even invited her with a special "promposal."

• May 28, 2020

TikTok video helps reunite Indian family with dad missing for 2 years

"We both burst into tears when we first saw each other. He asked me to come and take him home, signalling in his own way," the man's son said.

• May 28, 2020

Coronavirus forces some of Paris' top restaurants to turn to takeout

World-class chefs find that while adapting fine dining for home dining presents challenges, it can also serve up opportunities.

• May 28, 2020

U.S. death toll from coronavirus tops 100,000

The grim milestone comes as states across America have begun reopening.

• May 28, 2020

Show More