Women hit hardest by unemployment

Women are far more likely than men to work in part-time, low-paid jobs or jobs with tips, and many were struggling to make ends meet before the crisis hit. Anna Werner reports.

• May 15, 2020
• 3:38

Why pandemic job losses are hitting women harder than men

"You think about who teaches, you know, grade school kids? Who works at a daycare center? Health care, who typically works in a doctor's office?" economist Diane Lim said.

• May 15, 2020

Wall Street ends worst week since 2008 crisis

The Dow and NASDAQ’s Friday closing numbers marked the end of U.S. markets’ worst week since the 2008 financial crisis. The economic fallout has also lead to massive layoffs and predictions of an unprecedented slowdown. Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to break down the latest financial information.

• Mar 21, 2020
• 4:39

Unemployment claims reach record

The U.S. Department of Labor reported Thursday a record-high 3.28 million Americans filed for unemployment benefits in the past week as coronavirus slams the economy. Yahoo Finance anchor Adam Shaprio joined CBSN to discuss.

• Mar 26, 2020
• 5:31

U.S. unemployment hits record high

Millions of Americans have filed for unemployment this week, doubling the record set last week. Brian Sozzi, Yahoo Finance editor-at-large, joins CBSN's Reena Ninan with a look at the economy during the coronavirus pandemic and what's in store for the weeks to come.

• Apr 2, 2020
• 2:53

Historic job losses amid coronavirus pandemic

Over 9 million Americans applied for unemployment in the last two weeks, a grim record that reflects the coronavirus pandemic’s toll on the U.S. economy. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to break down the virus’ impact on the economy and what the current numbers could mean for American workers’ futures.

• Apr 4, 2020
• 4:02

Coronavirus causes massive unemployment claims

The coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the U.S. economy as more than 6.6 million Americans filed for unemployment in the last week. Farmers also worry they won’t have enough workers and that demand will drop without schools and restaurants open. Danya Bacchus reports.

• Apr 4, 2020
• 1:55

The outlook for record unemployment numbers

CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks with Harvard professor Kenneth Rogoff for a historical perspective of this week’s 6.6 million new jobless figures.

• Apr 5, 2020
• 3:02

NYC restaurant owner: "We're grieving."

A New York City restaurant owner says she's concerned about the well-being of the employees she's had to lay off as the novel coronavirus grips the region.

• Apr 5, 2020
• 3:29

Dickerson: "Spare a moment for sorrow"

"We see you. We feel your sorrow. You are not alone, even in this moment of deep loneliness." John Dickerson on how we can respond to those who are suffering from losses caused by COVID-19.

• Apr 5, 2020
• 1:20

Danny Meyer: The 2007 60 Minutes Interview

This week on 60 Minutes, Danny Meyer tells Scott Pelley how the coronavirus is impacting his restaurants and the whole industry. In 2007, he told 60 Minutes about the success of his Shake Shack chain and his "no tipping" policy.

• Apr 5, 2020
• 11:13

U.S. unemployment soars

The number of Americans applying for unemployment continues to soar to historic levels. More than 16 million jobs have been lost since the COVID-19 pandemic began taking its toll on the U.S. economy. Sibile Marcellus, a reporter for Yahoo Finance, joined CBSN to talk about the impact.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 6:01

Trump administration considers reopening economy

Jobless claims are surging as businesses are forced to shut their doors amid the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, President Trump is considering when the economy will reopen. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN with the latest.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 7:31

Tough times ahead for small business owners

Just over half of all American workers are employed by small businesses (companies with 500 or fewer employees), and according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, nearly a quarter of those small businesses could close permanently within two months without a financial lifeline. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks to some small business owners who are trying to maintain their (and their employees') livelihoods in a time of tremendous uncertainty.

• Apr 12, 2020
• 4:39

Kashkari: Fed being "as aggressive as possible"

Neel Kashkari, the president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, says more economic help for individuals and businesses could be needed for months.

• Apr 12, 2020
• 6:21

What will it take to reopen U.S. economy?

Millions of Americans have lost their jobs or been furloughed due to the coronavirus pandemic, but reopening the economy too soon could make things even worse. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb joins "CBS Evening News" with more on what it will take to get America back to work.

• Apr 14, 2020
• 2:37

Fauci explains key steps to reopening the U.S.

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and member of the White House Coronavirus Task Force, joins "CBS Evening News" with his expertise on reopening the economy and possible coronavirus vaccines.

• Apr 15, 2020
• 2:43

22 million filed for unemployment in 4 weeks

Another 5.2 million people filed for unemployment last week, according to the latest jobs report, as the coronavirus continues to slam the U.S. economy. A total of 22 million people have filed claims in the last four weeks, accounting for nearly 13% of the workforce. Optimal Capital's Director of Strategy Frances Stacy joined CBSN to discuss the impact.

• Apr 16, 2020
• 9:33

California governor announces task force

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the creation of a task force to help reopen the state's economy, the fifth-largest in the world, amid the coronavirus pandemic. Watch his remarks.

• Apr 17, 2020
• 10:11

Yarn sees booming sales amid lockdown

An estimated 22 million Americans filed for unemployment, a grim reflection of the coronavirus pandemic's toll on the U.S. economy. However, a few businesses are thriving and even hiring as certain industries see booming sales. Jamie Yuccas speaks to people who are part of those industries.

• Apr 18, 2020
• 3:52

Pressure mounts for governors to reopen states for business

CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports from Atlanta on the growing crisis.

• Apr 19, 2020
• 3:04

Weary Americans look to governors for leaders in a time of crisis

60 Minutes correspondent John Dickerson offers his thoughts on how 50 different state executives must lead the way in reopening the country.

• Apr 19, 2020
• 3:40

Face The Nation: Scott Gottlieb, Suzanne Clark, King Abdullah II

Missed the second half of the show? The latest on testing supplies for the coronavirus in America, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is expecting a deal in Congress for additional funding for the small business loan program and how the King of Jordan managed the spread of COVID-19.

• Apr 19, 2020
• 23:10

Treasury, Senate looking to replenish PPP

Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin indicated an agreement has been reached with the Senate to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program and increase funding for hospitals. Meanwhile, President Trump and Democrats continue to clash over the scale of coronavirus testing in the U.S. Nikole Killion reports.

• Apr 19, 2020
• 1:56

Emergency small business relief fund runs dry

The $350 billion fund meant to help struggling small businesses hit by covid-19 has run out of cash. Funds from the Paycheck Protection Program were exhausted in less than two weeks and there are now questions about where the money went. CBS News Moneywatch senior reporter Stephen Gandel joined CBSN to explain which businesses were approved for the first round of loans.

• Apr 21, 2020
• 6:35

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