Laid-off servers find they earn too little to get unemployment
Millions of U.S. workers make their living off tips. Now, some are finding they don't qualify for jobless benefits.
Unemployment
Millions don't qualify for unemployment
Millions of service workers, who rely on tips to make a living, are finding that their base pay is too low to qualify for unemployment benefits amid the pandemic. CBS News MoneyWatch producer Irina Ivanova joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss her reporting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Women bear the brunt of COVID economic hardships
"Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan sat down with Dr. Nicole Mason, president and CEO of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, to find out why women have been disproportionately impacted by job losses over the last few months
COVID pandemic forces millions of working women into "impossible" roles
Dr. Nicole Mason, President of the Institute for Women's Policy Research says COVID has forced many women to choose between going back to work and staying home to care for their families
Scammers steal "hundreds of millions" via fake jobless claims
Fraudster ring operating out of Nigeria has used stolen identities to file fake jobless claims in dozens of states.
How COVID-19 will affect young workers
This year's college graduates are entering the worst job market since the Great Depression. Charlotte Alter of Time spoke to CBSN about her conversations with members of the Class of 2020, whose futures will be shaped by the coronavirus pandemic.
Bartender earned "too little" for unemployment
Sarah May was laid off from her job due to COVID-19 but was told she didn't earn enough to qualify for unemployment benefits. May shared her story with CBS News.
Why tipped workers earn so little
About 60% of service-sector workers applying for unemployment get denied, according to research from the advocacy group One Fair Wage. Co-founder Saru Jayaraman explains why tipped work is often so precarious.
Feds cut off early looks at economic data for news media
For decades, reporters had early access to highly anticipated releases, such as the monthly jobs report. No longer.
ICYMI: Top takeaways from this week's "Face the Nation"
This week we sat down with National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien, former DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff and FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb for the latest on the battle against COVID-19.
Face The Nation: Eric Rosengren, Geoff Ballotti, Michael Chertoff
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on unemployment, PPP programs and the reopening of the economy
Boston Fed chief predicts double-digit unemployment through 2020
Eric Rosengren said the reason the unemployment rate will remain high is because the industries that have been battered most by the coronavirus rely on the comfort of consumers.
Boston Fed predicts "double- digit unemployment" through end of 2020
Eric Rosengren says a vaccine is needed to have unemployment levels to return to pre-covid rates.
Meet the "Food Fairy" of Philadelphia
Access to food has been one of the greatest concerns for many after the coronavirus pandemic shuttered businesses and forced millions into unemployment. Michelle Miller speaks to one Philadelphia resident who took on the task of helping her community, delivering hundreds of meals to families in need -- earning hear the nickname, "Food Fairy." Miller follows Sam Samuel for the "CBS This Morning: Saturday" series, The Dish.
Another 4 million Americans file for jobless aid
Layoffs continue two months after broad shutdowns started, dampening hopes for a swift recovery.
Over 38 million in U.S. file jobless claims
More than 38 million Americans filed for unemployment over the last nine weeks. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what this means for overall unemployment and new projections about how long the financial fallout could last.
More than 40 million jobless in pandemic
Over the course of the coronavirus pandemic, more than 40 million Americans have been forced out of work. Frances Stacy, director of portfolio strategy at Optimal Capital, joined CBSN to talk about the latest numbers.
CBO predicts high unemployment for years to come
The U.S. job market has seen its worst shock since the 1930s, the independent budget watchdog writes.
Hiring surged in October
Employers added a surprisingly high number of jobs in October as the economy shrugged off a 40-day strike by autoworkers. CBS News' Reena Ninan has more.
For many workers, unemployment pays better than their former jobs
Millions of Americans will collect more in jobless aid than they did while they were working, economists find.
Uber laying off thousands more workers as rides plunge 80%
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the coronavirus is a "once-in-a-generation public health and economic crisis."
Peltola says she "knew nothing about" the other Dan Sullivan
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Hegseth fires Pentagon's top military planner over alleged leaks
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