3.8 million could see their unemployment benefits end
Some progressives say the Labor Department could continue federal benefits to some of the workers not eligible for state unemployment benefits.
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One mom frets as extra jobless aid ends. "Either way, I lose."
Extra federal assistance "keeps the lights on and food on the table," another worker says as his state ends funding.
Unemployment claims hit pandemic low
Unemployment claims in the U.S. have hit their lowest number since the beginning of the pandemic. This comes as several states seek to end federal unemployment benefits. The Associated Press reporter Christopher Rugaber joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Weekly jobless claims fall to pandemic low as layoffs ease
Some 444,000 Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week as employment prospects continue to brighten.
IRS sending refunds to those who overpaid tax on unemployment benefits
As many as 10 million people who filed taxes before the American Recovery Plan was passed could be receiving tax refunds.
Advice for workers considering career change
According to a Pew survey, 66% of unemployed workers considered a new career during the pandemic. "CBS This Morning" looks at how one laid off worker is reinventing herself, and CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger offers advice about making a career change.
States offering cash bonuses to people who return to work
Connecticut, Oklahoma and Montana are offering cash to those who get full-time jobs and keep them for several weeks.
Initial jobless claims fall to new pandemic low
The Department of Labor reports 473,000 Americans filed new jobless claims last week, down 34,000 from the previous week and the lowest number since the beginning of the pandemic. Lori Bettinger, president of BancAlliance and former director of the Obama administration's Troubled Asset Relief Program, joined CBSN to discuss what the numbers mean for the U.S. economy.
Biden to talk infrastructure with Republicans
President Biden will meet with GOP senators Thursday in order to find common ground on his $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan. The meeting comes as Republican governors begin eliminating unemployment benefits. Ed O'Keefe reports on the details.
Jobless claims fall to pandemic-era low as layoffs ease
Fewer than 600,000 people filed for first-time benefits last week, but nearly 17 million are still receiving assistance.
More states to end increased unemployment benefits
At least 11 Republican-led states are ending increased unemployment benefits following a disappointing jobs report. President Biden insists government benefits aren't keeping people out of work. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on why they're leaving the program.
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.
Biden touts economic relief efforts
President Biden addressed efforts to bolster the economy, including sending more that $350 billion to states and localities, helping families with child care and pushing back on Republican legislators' efforts to end enhanced unemployment insurance, among other steps. Watch the president speak from the White House on Monday.
Black unemployment facts
President Trump and Jay-Z's dispute about black workers raises questions about the actual state of the labor market and how much credit is due to the Trump administration's policies.
Nov. jobs report
The Department of Labor announced that the U.S. added 228,000 jobs in the month of November. Unemployment and wage growth remained steady however. Co-Founder of MarketSnacks, Nick Martell joins CBSN to discuss the latest market news and what it means for the economy.
Labor market
Employers added 228,000 jobs in November, and the White House was quick to take credit for the numbers, which was more than expected. Seth Harris, former deputy U.S. secretary of labor under former President Obama, joins CBSN to discuss.
Biden defends disappointing jobs report
President Biden and Wall Street investors tried to push past Friday's disappointing report from the Labor Department. It showed the slowest monthly jobs growth yet since Mr. Biden took office. The lackluster news is leading some business groups and Republican governors to make the case to end enhanced federal unemployment benefits. Christina Ruffini reports.
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.
Biden argues economy improving despite April unemployment numbers
The U.S. gained 266,000 new jobs in April, falling far short of the 1 million economists expected.
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.
Biden set to address April jobs report
President Joe Biden is gearing up to deliver remarks on the April jobs report, which showed the country added just 266,000 jobs in the month. This comes as he urges Congress to take up his infrastructure proposal. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss these and other developments.
Montana ends extra jobless benefits to combat worker shortage
The state, with a mere 3.8% jobless rate, will instead offer bonuses to unemployed individuals who return to work.
Resorts, theme parks short on workers as they open for summer
One Jersey Shore amusement park has 1,500 job openings, with rides scheduled to open to the public on Saturday.
Pizza joint gives back
The owners of Slim and Husky's are trying to set an example by finding success in North Nashville, Tennessee. Forty percent of people in the neighborhood are living in poverty, and the unemployment rate is three times that of the rest of the city. Jim Axelrod reports.
Why is wage growth still slow?
On Friday, the Dow hit its eighth consecutive record high and at the same time the Department of Labor released the July jobs report showing an increase of more than 200,000 jobs and unemployment falling to a 16-year low. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss why the unemployment rate doesn't tell the whole story, what other number we need to pay attention to for a fuller picture of the labor market and why wage growth has been so sluggish.
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Trump says U.S. will seize Iran's Kharg Island as war reignites
Trump says the U.S. will hit Iran "very hard" within hours, and seize key oil infrastructure "in the not too distant future."
House rejects last-minute extension for key spy power amid Pulte uproar
The House on Thursday defeated a last-ditch effort to extend a key spy authority until early July.
False alarm apparently triggered hazmat response at Pentagon, sources say
Multiple floors of the Pentagon were locked down for several hours Thursday morning and hazmat crews were deployed for what authorities had described as a "hazardous materials incident."
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Shakira at 1st of 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
Karmelo Anthony's family says "nobody wins" after murder verdict
Karmelo Anthony's mother Kala Hayes told CBS News that her son "didn't mean to hurt anyone" and "was defending himself" when he stabbed another student, Austin Metcalf.
List of Belfast home addresses shared online amid anti-immigration riots
Northern Ireland police say they got calls from distressed Belfast residents as a list of home addresses circulated online amid anti-immigration riots.
Man changes federal plea to guilty in killing of Minnesota lawmaker and her husband
Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses on Thursday as part of an agreement with federal prosecutors.
U.S. cruise passengers accused of assaulting police in Bahamas
Four police officers were injured, including one who was taken to the hospital, authorities said.
Poll: Most believe extraterrestrial life exists – and some think it's already here
Many have watched recently released UFO videos, but most still think the government knows more than it is saying.
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Karmelo Anthony's family says "nobody wins" after murder verdict
Karmelo Anthony's mother Kala Hayes told CBS News that her son "didn't mean to hurt anyone" and "was defending himself" when he stabbed another student, Austin Metcalf.
False alarm apparently triggered hazmat response at Pentagon, sources say
Multiple floors of the Pentagon were locked down for several hours Thursday morning and hazmat crews were deployed for what authorities had described as a "hazardous materials incident."
U.S. charges 3 for alleged smuggling conspiracy involving unaccompanied minors
The Justice Department announced it has charged three people in Ohio for conspiring to smuggle unaccompanied minors across the U.S. border.
Trump arch construction could take 20 hours a day for 2-3 years, documents say
The Interior Department is planning an aggressive work schedule to complete President Trump's arch near Arlington National Cemetery.
Wholesale prices see biggest spike since 2022 as energy costs climb
A surge in the Producer Price Index signals that businesses are paying more for goods and services, which could push up consumer costs.
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Wholesale prices see biggest spike since 2022 as energy costs climb
A surge in the Producer Price Index signals that businesses are paying more for goods and services, which could push up consumer costs.
GoPro under intense pressure from rising costs and competition
GoPro cameras have enabled the adventurous to record images of their experiences for nearly 25 years. But the company is under extreme pressure from intensifying competition, rising costs and more.
In a tough economy, many U.S. teachers forced to work second jobs
According to a recent survey, 71% of U.S. public school teachers said they work at least one second job.
America's birth rate has plunged. Are smartphones to blame?
The iPhone was introduced in 2007, the same year the U.S. birth rate started to slide. The issues could be linked, a new analysis finds.
Will SpaceX's blockbuster IPO soar or sputter? Past IPOs offer clues.
Splashy initial public offerings often skyrocket early on, only to return to earth with a thud, Wall Street analysts say.
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False alarm apparently triggered hazmat response at Pentagon, sources say
Multiple floors of the Pentagon were locked down for several hours Thursday morning and hazmat crews were deployed for what authorities had described as a "hazardous materials incident."
U.S. charges 3 for alleged smuggling conspiracy involving unaccompanied minors
The Justice Department announced it has charged three people in Ohio for conspiring to smuggle unaccompanied minors across the U.S. border.
Trump arch construction could take 20 hours a day for 2-3 years, documents say
The Interior Department is planning an aggressive work schedule to complete President Trump's arch near Arlington National Cemetery.
Poll: Most believe extraterrestrial life exists – and some think it's already here
Many have watched recently released UFO videos, but most still think the government knows more than it is saying.
House rejects last-minute extension for key spy power amid Pulte uproar
The House on Thursday defeated a last-ditch effort to extend a key spy authority until early July.
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FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
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U.S. cruise passengers accused of assaulting police in Bahamas
Four police officers were injured, including one who was taken to the hospital, authorities said.
U.K. defense chief resigns, says military funding plan "falls well short"
U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey said the government's defense funding plan is not enough "at this dangerous time."
List of Belfast home addresses shared online amid anti-immigration riots
Northern Ireland police say they got calls from distressed Belfast residents as a list of home addresses circulated online amid anti-immigration riots.
Fugitive linked to cartel found hiding in bathroom of private jet
Officials found three passengers in the cabin and their suspect hiding in the lavatory, Bali immigration authorities said.
India fumes as 3 of its mariners killed in U.S. strikes on oil tankers
India lodges a "strong protest" over 3 sailors being killed as the U.S. military says it has disabled several oil tankers this week for violating the blockade on Iran.
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KISS on Songwriters Hall of Fame induction
KISS' Paul Stanley says it's an honor to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame along with his band member Gene Simmons. "This is what the American dream is about," Simmons tells "CBS Mornings."
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with Shakira at 1st of 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
G Flip on song becoming a hit in "Off Campus"
Musician G Flip first rose to fame in Australia but has become a global star since their song "Bed of Fire" appeared in the series "Off Campus." They speak to "CBS Mornings" about how the song's popularity has impacted their music, family support and advice for young artists.
Amazon's best books of the year so far
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to reveal Amazon's best books of the year so far and why they made the list.
Pope Leo met with Bad Bunny in Spain
Pope Leo XIV met with music superstar Bad Bunny in Spain as the pontiff continues his multi-city tour. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
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Poll: Most believe extraterrestrial life exists – and some think it's already here
Many have watched recently released UFO videos, but most still think the government knows more than it is saying.
Diving into smart glasses' pros and cons
Major tech players are racing to put AI on your face, literally, with smart glasses. Ziad Asghar, senior vice president and general manager of XR, Wearables and Personal AI for Qualcomm, 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.
America's birth rate has plunged. Are smartphones to blame?
The iPhone was introduced in 2007, the same year the U.S. birth rate started to slide. The issues could be linked, a new analysis finds.
OpenAI announces plan to go public
Last week, Anthropic, valued at almost a trillion dollars, filed to go public. Yesterday, its chief rival OpenAI confidentially filed for an initial public offering. Later this week, SpaceX is set to go public in what could be the largest IPO ever. Jon Krohn, the co-founder and CEO of Y Carrot, joins CBS News to discuss.
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World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
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Karmelo Anthony's family says "nobody wins" after murder verdict
Karmelo Anthony's mother Kala Hayes told CBS News that her son "didn't mean to hurt anyone" and "was defending himself" when he stabbed another student, Austin Metcalf.
U.S. cruise passengers accused of assaulting police in Bahamas
Four police officers were injured, including one who was taken to the hospital, authorities said.
Bill Gates grilled over Jeffrey Epstein ties
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates spent hours before members of the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday testifying about his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Fugitive linked to cartel found hiding in bathroom of private jet
Officials found three passengers in the cabin and their suspect hiding in the lavatory, Bali immigration authorities said.
Karmelo Anthony's parents speak out
Karmelo Anthony's parents are speaking out after his murder conviction for Austin Metcalf's fatal stabbing at a Texas track meet. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports, and Caroline Polisi has more on the legal aspects of the case.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Sources: False alarm led to Pentagon incident
A false alarm likely triggered a hazmat response at the Pentagon on Thursday, sources say. Employees are under a shelter in place order until an all clear is issued. CBS News' Eleanor Watson has the latest.
Trump officials announce smuggling charges
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mulln announced smuggling conspiracy charges linked to cases of unaccompanied migrant children brought into the U.S. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
60 Minutes Archive: Panini Sticker Phenomenon
As the World Cup was kicking off in Qatar in 2022, 60 Minutes' Jon Wertheim reported on Panini soccer stickers. First created in 1970 by four brothers in Italy, the collectable trading stickers became a booming, international business and a central part of the World Cup experience.
Trump says he wants Iran's Kharg Island
President Trump renewed threats against Iran's Kharg Island, but then walked back some of his comments, claiming Americans don't have the "stomach" for an invasion. CBS News' Aaron MacLean has more insight.
Investors prepare to gamble on AI companies
Investors are preparing for SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI to go public as the markets brace for the AI era. Emily Chang, the host of Bloomberg's "The Circuit," joins CBS News with more.