Another 3.2 million Americans filed jobless claims last week
With layoffs spreading, one-fifth of the U.S. workforce has applied for unemployment aid in the past two months.
Unemployment
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.
ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes
This week on 60 Minutes: Americans unemployed by coronavirus share their stories; Then, small, medium-sized farmers on edge while trade war bailout money goes to some surprising recipients; And, rural Texas hospitals and clinics are going broke.
PPP loans put some workers in tough position
The new Payroll Protection Program has processed more than $500 billion in loans to help small businesses survive the coronavirus lockdown, but critics say the PPP isn't doing what it was meant to. The loans will be forgiven only if businesses spend 75% of the money on their employees in just eight weeks. But, Ed O'Keefe reports that some workers have concerns about going back to work.
Stories from coronavirus layoff victims
30 million Americans filed for unemployment in the last six weeks, as the pandemic ground the U.S. economy to a halt. Scott Pelley met a few of the many who are trying to get back on their feet.
Nearly 30% of Hawaii's workforce filed jobless claims. Here's a state-by-state breakdown.
No state has been left untouched by the jobless crisis, but some have been hit much harder than others.
Americans made jobless by the pandemic
60 Minutes meets with some of the 30 million American economic victims of the pandemic, Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT
Americans made jobless by the coronavirus pandemic
60 Minutes reports on some of the 30 million American economic victims of the pandemic, Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT
30 million people have lost their jobs in just 6 weeks
The number of U.S. workers filing for unemployment remains at "unthinkable" levels, experts say.
As jobless claims soar, millions still await first checks
Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Minnesota and South Carolina taking longest to connect the jobless to their jobless aid.
Trump administration launches "Operation Warp Speed"
The Trump administration announced Thursday that it is launching "Operation Warp Speed," which will speed up the development and distribution of a potential coronavirus vaccine. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller discusses the announcement and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Another 3.8 million file for unemployment
The latest jobs report shows an additional 3.8 million people filed for unemployment last week, bringing the total to 30.3 million people without jobs. Frances Stacy, Optimal Capital's director of portfolio strategy, joined CBSN to explain what these new numbers mean and if it's too late for the U.S. to make a V-shaped recovery.
Millions struggle amid delays in stimulus and unemployment
Jessa Lewis, a self-employed single mom, is about to be three months behind in rent.
Furloughed due to the virus? Here's what you need to know
Millions of workers are now in limbo as the outbreak freezes business across the U.S.
As unemployment soars, here's who is taking biggest hits
As the coronavirus spreads, up to a quarter of U.S. workers have applied for jobless aid in the worst-off states.
Expert advice on how to enter the workforce altered by coronavirus
One career counselor says now more than ever, finding work is about tailoring the skills you already have to the jobs that are available.
Unemployment backlog hurting millions
As an unprecedented 26 million Americans have filed for unemployment benefits in just five weeks, the claims system cannot handle the surge of applications. The backlog is exacerbating financial insecurity for millions of Americans who have lost their jobs. Optimal Capital market analyst Frances Stacy joins CBSN to discuss the dire economic situation.
U.S. unemployment rate will reach 16% this year, CBO says
Battered economy is dealing with a shock "the likes of which it has never seen," analysts say.
Self-employed workers get unemployment? Good luck with that
"It is terrifying," one freelancer said of seeing her income plummet while struggling to enroll for jobless benefits.
1 in 6 Americans has lost their job in coronavirus pandemic
About 4.4 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as the fallout from the pandemic continued.
Navigating being furloughed or laid off
Another 4.4 million Americans filed initial jobless claims last week. Millions of furloughed and laid-off workers are concerned about their jobs and the overall employment landscape amid the coronavirus crisis. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Aimee Picchi joins CBSN to discuss how to navigate the uncertainty.
Publix buying excess food to make donations to food banks
Farmers around the U.S. have been forced to dump milk and destroy produce as schools, restaurants and other institutions remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Uber, Lyft drivers say companies block unemployment benefits
Nearly a month after Congress expanded jobless aid to cover them, drivers say they're still waiting for help.
Americans worry federal stimulus checks won't last long
"I'm grateful for it, but $1,200 — I'm not sure if it covers much," said one person who has received the payment.
Food banks see surging demand across U.S. amid coronavirus crisis
An estimated 17 million people could now be facing hunger, in addition to those who already battle it every day.
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