Experts say economy needs some pandemic retirees to "unretire"
Americans are already working more days, longer hours and later in life than people in other industrial countries, but the average age of retirement ticked down during the pandemic.
Employment
U.S. economy added only 210,000 jobs in November
The November jobs report fell far short of expectations. Weijia Jiang has reaction from the White House.
Economic analyst on November jobs numbers
The Department of Labor said the economy added only 210,000 jobs last month while the unemployment rate fell to 4.2%. Bankrate senior economic analyst Mark Hamrick joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Greene to discuss the numbers.
Where Americans are quitting their jobs at the highest rates
As the tight job market continues, some states have experienced an outsized jump in resignations.
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Trump considers quarantine of people coming from New York metro area; College seniors concerned about graduating and employment amid coronavirus crisis
Layoffs around the U.S. fall to lowest level since 1993
Announced job cuts are at a three-decade low, while new claims for jobless aid are down to pre-pandemic levels.
Target makes Thanksgiving Day closings permanent
Target announced that a decision last year to close on Thanksgiving because of the pandemic is now permanent. The retail giant will close all of its stores on Thanksgiving.
The Great Resignation's workforce impact
The number of Americans quitting their jobs continue to rise. September marked another record high with no signs that "The Great Resignation" is slowing down. Christina Ruffini reports.
Seasonal workers seek better opportunities
The trend of employees quitting their jobs and seeking better opportunities is no different for seasonal workers. In Michigan, the once crowded snow plow driving market is feeling the crunch as many positions go unfilled. Christina Ruffini has more.
Record number of workers quit in September
A record number of Americans quit their jobs in September as the so-called Great Resignation picked up speed. More than 4.4 million workers resigned, according to the Labor Department.
Companies using apps to offer daily payday
As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, major companies are offering an unusual incentive to get employees back to work: Businesses are trying out apps that allow workers to get paid daily. CBS MoneyWatch reports the convenience comes at a cost for workers. MoneyWatch reporter Khristopher Brooks joins CBSN AM to discuss.
U.S. rebounds with 531,000 new jobs in October
U.S. companies added 531,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate dropped to 4.6%, a sign the economy is healing from the pandemic. But as Americans reenter the workforce, some are finding it hard to land a job. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Sign company leads way in hiring women
The pandemic led many women to leave the workforce, but a sign company in Washington, D.C., is adding more women to its workforce. Kris Van Cleave shares more.
American Airlines cancels hundreds more flights
American Airlines has canceled more than 2,000 flights in recent days because of bad weather and a shortage of workers. Errol Barnett takes a look.
Record number of women changing jobs
New data shows the number of women seeking a career change jumped a record 54% compared to this time last year. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain why.
Millions quit their jobs due to pandemic burnout
More than 4 million Americans quit their jobs in August alone. The biggest reason: burnout. And rather than complain, thousands have decided to start their own companies. Mark Strassmann reports.
As layoffs slow, jobless claims fall to new pandemic low
Worker shortage around the U.S. makes businesses wary of laying people off, labor data show.
Urgent calls to help doctors and nurses
On this National Doctors' Day, there are urgent calls for help from doctors and nurses. Hundreds have caught the virus while treating patients. President Trump said on Monday that he's considering hazard pay for health care workers. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
College seniors concerned amid coronavirus
As colleges across the U.S. are suspended due to coronavirus concerns, millions of students are frustrated about job prospects and the possibility of even graduating. Jericka Duncan reports.
Number of first-time jobless claims hits pandemic low
Last week, 293,000 people filed for jobless aid, the lowest number since March 2020.
Millions of workers are quitting their jobs
Businesses across the country are experiencing vacancies as new data shows a record number of people quitting their jobs. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 4.3 million people quit their jobs in the month of August. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins CBSN with the latest.
U.S. job growth slows
According to the Labor Department, the United States added 194,000 jobs in September, less than half of what economists had projected. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke to Joel Payne, a CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist, and Libby Cantrill, the head of public policy for the investment firm PIMCO, about the state of the economy as President Biden makes the case for social and climate investment.
U.S. adds just 194,000 jobs in September
The U.S. economy added 300,000 fewer jobs than expected in September — the smallest gain since December. The problem isn't a lack of jobs, it's a lack of candidates. Nancy Cordes has more.
Job creation slowed in September, with just 194,000 jobs added
The Delta variant and a tight labor market held back job growth, with public school hiring lower than expected.
USPS hikes prices and slows deliveries
The U.S. Postal Service is increasing prices while slowing down delivery of first-class mail and packages. Kris Van Cleave has more details.
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Charlie Kirk killed at Utah event; "subject in custody" was released, FBI says
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Charlie Kirk, influential voice for young conservatives, killed at 31
Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Politics, retribution behind FBI purge, agents allege in new lawsuit
A new lawsuit filed by fired FBI agents says the bureau "tried to put the President in jail and he hasn't forgotten it."
Harris: Biden 2024 decision shouldn't have been "left to an individual's ego"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' book, "107 Days," will detail her sprint of a race for the presidency.
2 students hurt in Colorado high school shooting
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office says the suspect is also in the hospital with injuries from self-inflicted shots.
House votes to repeal Iraq war authorizations
It's unclear if the repeal will end up in the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act, which still has to get through the Senate.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Elon Musk is no longer the world's richest person, new ranking says
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison took the title of world's richest person from Elon Musk after stock in the software giant shot up on Wednesday.
New details emerge about turbulence that injured 18 on Delta flight
Passengers endured 2.5 minutes of turbulence that caught the pilots by surprise even though they had already altered their route to avoid the storms, the NTSB said.