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.

• May 8, 2020
• 3:10

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.

• May 8, 2020
• 4:48

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.

• May 7, 2020
• 8:03

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.

• May 8, 2020
• 3:59

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.

• May 8, 2020
• 3:18

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.

• May 8, 2020

Australia opens up

Australians are back out at shops, cafes and beaches after an effective government strategy of testing, quarantine and early lockdown.

• May 8, 2020
• 2:46

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.

• May 8, 2020
• 4:47

UN chief says pandemic spurring "tsunami of hate"

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also says xenophobia, scapegoating and scare-mongering have intensified, but suggests solutions.

• May 8, 2020

Pandemic pushing millions back into poverty

Over the past few decades, millions of people worldwide pulled their way out of poverty — but now, the coronavirus pandemic is pulling them back. New York Times South Asia correspondent Maria Abi-Habib spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about the stunning reversal in fortune for people around the world.

• May 7, 2020
• 6:49

Rare disease in kids may be linked to COVID-19

A rare, life-threatening inflammatory illness linked to COVID-19 has attacked about 100 children in the U.S. and Europe. Jericka Duncan has the latest.

• May 7, 2020
• 1:39

U.S. suspends protections for kids at border

The Trump administration announced on Thursday that officials at the southern border have summarily expelled more than 20,000 unauthorized migrant adults, families and children from the U.S. under a broad public health order issued in late March in response to the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News immigration report Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest.

• May 7, 2020
• 6:00

Personal valet to Trump tests positive for coronavirus

The White House has confirmed that one of President Trump's personal valets has tested positive for COVID-19. Ben Tracy reports. 

• May 7, 2020
• 3:36

Meat plants reopen amid pandemic

Tyson will reopen its biggest pork plant in Iowa with strict safety guidelines for its employees with pressure from the Trump administration amid concerns of a meat shortage. Dean Reynolds reports.

• May 7, 2020
• 1:57

33.5 million unemployment claims filed in last 7 weeks

The effects of the coronavirus pandemic continue to ripple through the economy. Mark Strassmann reports. 

• May 7, 2020
• 2:32

Gollum actor will read all of "The Hobbit" in live online marathon

"While times are tough, I want to take you on one of the greatest fantasy adventures ever written, a 12 hour armchair marathon across Middle Earth," actor Andy Serkis wrote on his GoFundMe account.

• May 7, 2020

Nearly 3.2 million more jobless claims filed

For the seventh straight week, unemployment claims are in the millions. More than 33 million Americans have now filed claims for unemployment benefits since mid-March. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what this means to the economy and which Americans are being hit hardest.

• May 7, 2020
• 3:30

Governors grapple with reopening states

A salon in Texas has become the flashpoint for a country grappling with when and how to reopen during the coronavirus pandemic. Omar Villafranca speaks with an epidemiologist based in Dallas, who says the country may be reopening too quickly for its own good.

• May 7, 2020
• 3:44

Ex-CDC Director Frieden on pandemic outlook

Former CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden told a congressional committee there could be 100,000 coronavirus deaths in the U.S. by month's end. On "CBS This Morning," Frieden explains why he says we are just at the "beginning" of the outbreak and how much worse it could get. He also weighed in on new potential COVID-19 symptoms.

• May 7, 2020
• 4:40

Trump decides against phasing out task force

President Trump walked back his comments on phasing out the White House Coronavirus Task Force on Wednesday, stating that the advisory group would remain active but will shift its focus to economic recovery. While medical experts and lawmakers have argued for more testing before the country reopens, Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said testing was not necessary for the entire population. Paula Reid reports on the latest pandemic response from the White House.

• May 7, 2020
• 2:49

66% of N.Y. COVID-19 patients had stayed home

About two-thirds of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in New York became infected even though they said they'd been observing lockdown restrictions. Dr. Jon Baugh joined CBSN to talk about the state's startling new statistic.

• May 7, 2020
• 6:36

Brace for the "single worst jobs report in history"

More than 25 million Americans likely lost their jobs last month — far more than during the entire Great Recession.

• May 7, 2020

Germany declares "first phase" COVID-19 victory and eases its lockdown

"We have reached the goal of slowing down the spread of the virus," Angela Merkel says, as shops get the green light and restaurants prepare to reopen.

• May 7, 2020

Mandated masks problematic for some black men

Lawmakers are recommending that residents wear face masks in several major cities including New York, Detroit and Philadelphia, but many African Americans fear they could be labeled a threat if they cover their faces to protect themselves. Jericka Duncan speaks to some black men who believe they were profiled by police while wearing face masks to combat coronavirus.

• May 7, 2020
• 5:12

Tribute to moms across U.S. on Mother's Day

We hear from new and expectant moms, many in cities hard hit by coronavirus. They're all sharing their experiences of motherhood during this global crisis, along with a letter including their wishes, hopes and dreams for their little ones.

• May 7, 2020
• 5:03

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