"It's been hectic": Americans struggle as unemployment spikes
At least 1 in 5 American households report they don't have enough to eat as jobless claims climb due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Self-employed Americans "defeated" by lack of unemployment help
Even in states that have set up the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program, people have had trouble getting the money.
Neiman Marcus declares bankruptcy after coronavirus hit
CEO of luxury department store chain cites "unprecedented disruption" from coronavirus, but vows to emerge stronger.
Coronavirus found in semen of COVID-19 survivors, study says
Researchers say it's not unusual for viruses to be found in semen, but they don't know whether COVID-19 can be spread that way.
Salon owner who defied order released from jail
The governor eliminated confinement as punishment for breaking COVID-19 orders.
Coronavirus could lead to more "deaths of despair"
A new study is warning that the COVID-19 pandemic could be followed by a wave of deaths from suicide and substance abuse. It predicts that economic hardship, isolation and anxiety could lead to as many as 75,000 additional deaths over the next decade. Dr. Bob Lahita joined CBSN to give insight into the startling numbers.
Study finds coronavirus in semen
A small study from China identified the coronavirus in semen of a number of men with COVID-19, though it's not clear whether the virus can be sexually transmitted. Dr. Bob Lahita joins CBSN to discuss what the findings may mean.
Babyface on his new song and old hits
Legendary singer, songwriter, and music producer Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds discusses the story behind his first new song in five years. Plus, he shares what it was like to break Instagram records during his "Verzuz" battle with Teddy Riley and what he has in store for his Mother's Day special.
Virginia argues against large gatherings in church lawsuit
A church sued Virginia after its pastor was issued a criminal citation for having 16 people at a Palm Sunday service.
CBS News spends 7 days inside NYC hospital for primetime special
The special will air Friday, May 15, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
U.S. lost record 20.5 million jobs in April
The U.S. economy lost 20.5 million jobs in April amid the coronavirus pandemic. The national unemployment rate soared to 14.7% last month, the highest since the Great Depression.
How to safely go outside when states reopen
At least 44 states have partially lifted restrictions introduced to fight the pandemic. How can we be safe when venturing outdoors? What precautions are needed before stepping outside? CBS News Senior Medical Correspondent Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to answer questions submitted by viewers on social media and through email.
U.S. denies role in alleged Venezuela plot
The U.S. is denying involvement in alleged plot to overthrow the Maduro regime in Venezuela after two Americans were reportedly captured in the scheme. CBS News State Department and foreign affairs reporter Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.
The women pilots of WWII
Large VE Day celebrations scheduled to take place this weekend were canceled due to the coronavirus, but a new book celebrates some of the unsung heroes of the U.S. war effort. Jan Crawford spoke to one of the women pilots who helped break down barriers by taking to the sky.
COVID-19’s impact on unemployment
On Friday morning, the unemployment report for April will be released, and it is expected to be its highest on record since the Great Depression. Carter Evans is in Los Angeles, where some business owners are concerned reopening is too little, too late.
White House valet tests positive for virus
President Trump and Vice President Pence will now be tested daily after a White House valet tested positive for the coronavirus. There are now questions about whether or not the administration is following its own guidelines.
Why Taiwan is a "great example of how to deal with the coronavirus"
"I think a lot of countries are thinking, well, we can learn a lot from Taiwan. Why is Beijing not letting Taiwan get up and tell its story?"
Officer seen on video using "take-down" on woman in Walmart
She was upset after being asked to wear a face mask and cursing at shoppers and workers so he intervened, police say, and things spiraled from there.
Australia opens up
Australians are back out at shops, cafes and beaches after an effective government strategy of testing, quarantine and early lockdown.
Millions struggle to file for unemployment
Millions of people who are out of work right now are self-employed or run small businesses and normally wouldn't qualify for unemployment. But in many states, they're now eligible for help under the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program.
UN chief says pandemic spurring "tsunami of hate"
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also says xenophobia, scapegoating and scare-mongering have intensified, but suggests solutions.
Gap and Kohl's to reopen as stores prepare for a "new normal"
Retailers plan phased reopenings with new safety measures, but it's not clear if shoppers are ready. Fitting rooms? Closed.
McDonald's workers shot after telling customer dining area was closed
Two of the victims were 16 years old and two were 18, police said.
Kamala Harris proposes monthly income boost during COVID crisis
The measure would provide every individual with an annual income under $120,000 with $2,000 per month until the COVID-19 crisis is over.
Supreme Court declines to lift Pennsylvania's stay-at-home order
Governor Tom Wolf ordered all nonessential businesses in the state to temporarily close in March.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
No suspect identified in disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Family friend calls Nancy Guthrie's disappearance "heart-wrenching"
"Nancy and Savannah have both contributed so much to the Tucson community," Sally Shamrell, the Guthries' family friend of over 30 years, told CBS News.
Georgia army veteran faces deportation after 50 years in U.S.
A Covington Army veteran facing deportation after more than 50 years in the U.S. could be removed this week.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Man who tried to shoot Trump at Florida golf course gets life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Minnesota corrections officials dispute accusations from feds
Immigration authorities say they're targeting the "worst of the worst," but they haven't asked to take custody of over 100 non-citizens in Minnesota's prison system.
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Family friend calls Nancy Guthrie's disappearance "heart-wrenching"
"Nancy and Savannah have both contributed so much to the Tucson community," Sally Shamrell, the Guthries' family friend of over 30 years, told CBS News.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
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EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage
Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expiring as leaders mull what's next
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia is set to expire Thursday, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
Ex-Prince Andrew moves out of royal home amid new Epstein revelations
King Charles' disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves from his royal mansion to a private estate after appearing in newly released Epstein files.
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Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Miranda Lambert sells entire music catalog
Country star Miranda Lambert's entire catalog now belongs to Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Domain Capital Group. Jem Aswad, executive editor for music at Variety, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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No suspect in Guthrie disappearance: police
The Pima County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday that investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
National Guard shooting suspect in court
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., last November, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Ryan Routh sentenced to life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump in 2024 during his campaign for a second term, has been sentenced to life in prison. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Doberman gets moment of redemption at Westminster
History was made at the 150th Westminster Dog Show after a doberman pinscher named Penny was awarded the top prize. Tony Dokoupil has more.
NATO allies practice hunting for Russian subs
In Europe's high north, America's NATO allies are practicing hunting for Russian submarines, with Norway, Spain, Germany and others participating in a military exercise called Arctic Dolphin. Holly Williams got an up close look.
Waymo, Tesla face lawmakers' questions over safety
Top executives at Tesla and Waymo made the case for the safety of their driverless vehicles before a Senate committee, insisting their driving systems are safer than human drivers, despite recent incidents. Kris Van Cleave has details.
Georgia officials demand FBI return ballots
Georgia officials demanded the return of ballots and records from the 2020 election that were seized last week by the FBI. Meanwhile, President Trump's call to nationalizing elections prompts backlash. Weijia Jiang reports.
Rate hikes bring higher utility bills
Millions of Americans are facing higher utility bills after regulators approved a series of rate hikes. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports.