Optimistic jobs report
The economy's nine year expansion is now the third longest on record. More than 300,000 jobs were created last month, and it was the 89th straight month of job growth. CBS News national correspondent Jim Axelrod reports.
Employment
Job openings soar to highest level on record, 8.1 million
Nearly 10 million people are jobless and seeking work, but employers say it's never been this hard to hire.
Stock market high
In the first week of the new year, the stock market reached a milestone: 25,000 on the Dow Jones Industrial Average. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks with "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor about whether the market highs can last.
Dow Jones hits 25,000
The Dow Jones index smashes another record as U.S. markets continue to log gains.
Jobs report sparks fear of slowing recovery
A disappointing jobs report ignited debate over unemployment benefits. President Biden argues the benefits are needed for the country's economic recovery, but Republicans say they encourage people to stay at home. Weijia Jiang shares more.
Disappointing April hiring keeps unemployment rate above 6%
Employers around the U.S. added 266,000 jobs last month, far short of what most economists had forecast.
Lowe's wants to hire up to 50,000 workers this spring
Large employers are going on a hiring spree as the U.S. economy continues to rebound from the pandemic.
1/29: Evening News
It's unclear how many people have been detained at U.S. airports this weekend or how many have been released following President Trump's executive order to ban people from seven Muslim-majority nations; A new study shows that about 30 percent of workers are late at least once a month
Late workers
A new study shows that about 30 percent of workers are late at least once a month. Jamie Yuccas has some of the best and worst excuses.
Best jobs in 2017
Employment site Glassdoor crunched the numbers on salary, career satisfaction and job openings to find the best jobs for workers in the coming year.
As Biden promises clean-energy jobs, here's the state of the field
More Americans work in clean energy than as waiters or waitresses, according to one analysis.
Unemployment claims fall to pandemic-era low
About 547,000 people filed for jobless aid last week, the lowest level of claims in more than a year.
9/17: Evening News
Donald Trump ignited a new controversy during a campaign event in Miami Friday in which he suggested Hillary Clinton's Secret Security detail disarm and "let's see what happens to her"; A new report suggests the sugar industry played down the health hazards of sugar for decades
Behind the household income increase
The U.S. Census Bureau said median household income increased more than 5 percent last year to about $56,000. It's the largest year-to-year increase since they started keeping records nearly 50 years ago. But most economists say the numbers do not reveal the full picture. Vinita Nair has more.
Jobs are booming. Here's which industries are leading the way.
Even as millions of Americans remain unemployed, job listings in some sectors are surging above pre-pandemic levels.
Will employees ever safely return to offices after COVID-19?
"Even with vaccines rolling out, COVID-19 safety precautions aren't going anywhere," one expert says.
Dollar General wants to hire 20,000 people starting next week
The company has openings at local stores, regional distribution centers, at the corporate level and for truck drivers.
More Americans apply for unemployment as layoffs remain high
Jobless claims rose for the second week in a row as the U.S. labor market struggles to shake off COVID-19.
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James Holmes was sentenced to life in prison for killing 12 people and wounding 70 others at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado in 2012. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports; Jaden Hayes lost both of his parents at a young age. But he is determined to live life with joy. As Steve Hartman shows us, the six-year-old is embarking on a mission to turn frowns into smiles.
According to the U.N., 71 countries offer paid leave for new fathers, but the U.S. isn't one of them
According to the U.N., 71 countries offer paid leave for new fathers, but the U.S. isn't one of them. The nation also lags behind in paid maternity leave. Lee Cowan looks at the options new parents have for taking time off from work to care for and bond with a new baby, and the financial pressures against doing so.
Jill Wagner debriefs on the latest business headlines
Jill Wagner debriefs on the latest business headlines. The month of May saw more new jobs than expected, but the unemployment rate also went up. Also, why the drought is drying up profits and some big news for Apple Pay.
Hiring surged in March as businesses eased virus restrictions
U.S. employers added a robust 916,000 jobs last month, while the nation's unemployment rate fell to 6%.
President Obama says the new budget he unveiled this week is based on the principle of "middle-class economics"
President Obama says the new budget he unveiled this week is based on the principle of "middle-class economics."
President Obama says January's labor report, which showed an increase of 257,000 jobs and a 0.5 percent jump in hourly earnings, makes him optimistic about America's economic trajectory
President Obama says January's labor report, which showed an increase of 257,000 jobs and a 0.5 percent jump in hourly earnings, makes him optimistic about America's economic trajectory.
U.S. job gains were solid in December, but other vital signs suggest the economy remains slack. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari breaks down the Labor Department's latest employment report
U.S. job gains were solid in December, but other vital signs suggest the economy remains slack. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari breaks down the Labor Department's latest employment report
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Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
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Trump leaves option to attack Iran on the table, but talks diplomacy
President Trump says he scrapped a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies, as "serious negotiations" on a peace deal are underway.
3 killed in shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego, police say; 2 suspects dead
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
Why has the U.K. had 6 prime ministers in less than 10 years?
Political chaos has engulfed Britain, with six people holding the U.K.'s top job in a decade, including one prime minister who lasted only 45 days.
The story of Cuba's 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for primaries in several states, including the most expensive House primary in history.
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine, no treatment
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Trump admin. proposes admitting thousands more Afrikaners to U.S. as refugees
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
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What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for primaries in several states, including the most expensive House primary in history.
LIRR strike ends as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached "a fair deal" to end the strike after three days.
Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
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Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
Pay for American workers is lagging inflation — again
U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
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Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for primaries in several states, including the most expensive House primary in history.
Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Trump admin. proposes admitting thousands more Afrikaners to U.S. as refugees
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
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Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was evacuated after testing positive for Ebola.
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine, no treatment
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
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Iran stages mass weddings for couples ready for "self-sacrifice" in war
Iranian state media showed wedding ceremonies in Tehran for dozens of couples said to have volunteered for "self-sacrifice" in the war with the U.S.
Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
Exclusive
Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
Live
Trump leaves option to attack Iran on the table, but talks diplomacy
President Trump says he scrapped a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies, as "serious negotiations" on a peace deal are underway.
Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
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Entertainment
2-time "Survivor" contestant on 50th season
Rob Cesternino, a 2-time "Survivor" castaway, talks about the upcoming "Survivor 50" finale, who he think will make the final three and who is his favorite to win the game.
Hayden Panettiere opens up in new memoir
Golden Globe-nominated actor Hayden Panettiere shares her story and opens up about life in the spotlight as a young actor, postpartum depression and her healing journey.
5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
"Call Her Daddy" podcast host Alex Cooper announces pregnancy
"Call Her Daddy" host Alex Cooper said on Instagram that she and husband Matt Kaplan are expecting their first child.
Director Jon Favreau on "The Mandalorian and Grogu"
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought the father-son relationship of Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen.
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Technology
Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
Jury to start deliberations in OpenAI trial
A nine-person jury will begin deliberations Monday in Elon Musk's $150 billion civil lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Rachel Metz, artificial intelligence reporter for Bloomberg, joins with more.
Science
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El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
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Crime
Judge makes major ruling in Mangione case
A New York judge ruled on Monday on what critical evidence can be used in Luigi Mangione's state trial, including a gun and red notebook. Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in 2024 and has pleaded not guilty.
Mosque shooting investigated as hate crime
The Islamic Center of San Diego shooting, where three were killed on Monday, is being investigated as a hate crime as more details emerge about the suspected shooters. Jonathan Vigliotti reports, and Michael Alcazar, a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joins CBS News with more insight.
3 killed in San Diego mosque shooting
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday in what police are investigating as a possible hate crime. Two teenage suspects were also found dead. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Suspect's mom alerted police before shooting
The mother of one of the suspected shooters from the deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego alerted police shortly before the shooting that her son was missing, along with multiple weapons and her vehicle, San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl said. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
Space
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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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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Athlos winners to earn league equity
"CBS Mornings" exclusively announced that Athlos winners will earn equity in the league at this year's event. This is in addition to competing for the largest prize pool in league history at more than $2.1 million across seven events. Athlos' founder Alexis Ohanian explains how it will work, how it can change professional sports and why it's important to him.
Judge makes major ruling in Mangione case
A New York judge ruled on Monday on what critical evidence can be used in Luigi Mangione's state trial, including a gun and red notebook. Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in 2024 and has pleaded not guilty.
Survivors from Iranian attack in Kuwait speak
Survivors from the deadly Iranian strike against a U.S. command post in Kuwait are speaking out about the attack and the previous request for more medical support that they say the Army ignored. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports.
Author says rituals are cure to loneliness
Author Bruce Feiler witnessed or took part in a wide range of rituals as he traveled to 16 countries on six continents over three years. He says rituals can cure the loneliness epidemic and joins "CBS Mornings" to explain how.
Concern over deadly Ebola outbreak
An American doctor tested positive for Ebola on Sunday while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo. On Tuesday, the World Health Organization will hold an emergency meeting as the outbreak grows and more than 130 people have died. Holly Williams reports.