Celebrities urge lawmakers to pass a "Marshall Plan for Moms"
"When more than 30 years of progress for women in the workforce can be erased in 9 months, the underlying system is broken," reads a new letter signed by 50 prominent men.
Employment
Black professionals face workplace bias
CBS News' Skyler Henry speaks to job applicant Shinique Wright about what happened when she "whitened" her resume, and to Andrew McCaskill, a LinkedIn Career Expert.
Unemployment higher among poorer workers
As federal officials warn of a "K-shaped recovery," a new analysis shows workers in low-wage professions aren't getting back to work.
Unemployment falls to lowest level since before the pandemic
Jobless rate fell to 6.3% last month, but the gains went to white-collar employees while service workers struggled.
Biden signs orders on the economy
President Biden focused on the economy on his second full day in office. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Joe Minarik, the senior vice president and director of research for the Committee for Economic Development, join CBSN with analysis of the latest executive orders.
Small businesses trying to survive pandemic
Monday marks the first day small businesses can apply for the lated round of help from the Paycheck Protection Program. Lawmakers authorized $284 billion in forgivable loans for struggling businesses as part of the coronavirus relief bill that recently passed. Joanne Canady-Brown, owner of the Gingered Peach Bakery in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, shares her story with CBSN.
Job growth crashed in December as COVID-19 surged
Hiring fell for the first time in seven months as restaurants, bars and other businesses closed their doors.
Trump signs coronavirus relief bill
After threatening to derail the pandemic relief deal, President Trump signed the bill and spending package this weekend. Millions of Americans now await their much anticipated stimulus checks or unemployment benefits. Paula Reid reports.
800,000 Americans applied for jobless aid week before Christmas
Another 400,000 filed for special aid for self-employed. "Labor market damage continues to mount in real time," one economist said.
Employers can bar unvaccinated workers, government says
Although some people may be exempt, most workers could be required to get a shot, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has said.
Top CEOs vow to hire 1 million Black Americans
GM, Nike, Walmart and other big companies say they want to attract more workers of color over the next decade.
40 million Americans fear eviction next month
A temporary hold on evictions meant to prevent the spread of COVID-19 expires at the end of December, and 30 to 40 million Americans could be at risk of losing their homes. Analysts estimate renters owe up to $70 billion in back rent, and advocates fear that simply delaying eviction may not be enough. Nancy Cordes reports.
Best Buy wants 1 in 3 new corporate hires to be people of color
The electronics chain joins Microsoft, Starbucks and Wells Fargo in setting diversity hiring targets for 2025.
Can your employer force you to get a COVID-19 vaccine?
With vaccines on the way, companies will likely have the legal right to compel many workers to get inoculated, experts say.
Biden says economy is stalling
President-elect Joe Biden will inherit a fragile economy brought on by the pandemic when he takes office in January. In response to the latest jobs report Friday, Mr. Biden said the U.S. is in the midst of "one of the worst economic and job crises in modern history." Daniel Zhao, a senior economist at Glassdoor, joined Omar Villafranca to discuss jobs and the economy.
Job growth slowed sharply in November as COVID-19 flared
Employers added 245,000 jobs last month, the slowest pace of job-creation since April.
Small business owners prepare for COVID winter
Americans have endured eight months of the coronavirus pandemic, which has killed more than 260,000 people. As small business owners brace for potential shutdown measures, Milwaukee restaurant owner Dan Jacobs explains how his restaurants have adapted since the start of the pandemic and how he plans to survive through the winter.
Steady job growth in October despite coronavirus surge
Employers added 638,000 jobs, down slightly from the prior month, while unemployment fell to 6.9%.
October jobs report shows growth
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest report showed the job creation rate stayed steady in October. Leisure and hospitality businesses saw the biggest gains. Frances Stacy, director of portfolio strategy at Optimal Capital, joined CBSN to break down what this means for the job market and what needs to be in a stimulus package to keep the situation from getting worse.
OSHA has failed to protect workers from COVID-19, unions say
Labor advocates claim the workplace safety agency isn't doing enough to investigate employee complaints.
837,000 Americans apply for jobless aid for the first time
Economy has regained roughly half of the 22 million jobs that employers have shed during the pandemic.
Thousands of airline workers lose their jobs
With early retirements and other incentives to quit, airlines have already shed thousands of jobs because of the pandemic. Now, as federal aid runs out, thousands more airline workers face layoffs and the loss of their health insurance. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Disney to lay off 28,000 workers
The Walt Disney Co. said Tuesday that it will lay off 28,000 furloughed workers in the company's California and Florida theme parks as it moves to recover from a sharp financial blow caused by the coronavirus pandemic. CBS Los Angeles' Michele Gile reports.
Disney to lay off thousands of workers
The Walt Disney Co. said Tuesday that it will lay off 28,000 furloughed workers from its theme parks, stores and cruises as it moves to recover from a sharp financial blow caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
For working moms, coronavirus can take a toll on careers
Increased childcare duties during the pandemic usually falls on mothers, forcing them to sacrifice jobs and income.
live updates
Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over "the depth and extent" of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Hyundai CEO says immigration raid will delay battery plant's construction
Construction will be delayed by up to three months as the plant now grapples with shortage of workers.
Nadine Menendez sentenced to more than 4 years in bribery case
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Social Security COLA could increase 2.7% in 2026, new estimate shows
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
AI wants to help you plan your next trip. Can it save you time and money?
AI wants to help you save time and money when planning your next trip, but how good is it at getting you the best deals?
Prince Harry has his first meeting with dad King Charles in 19 months
On a rare trip back to the U.K., devoted mostly to charity events, Prince Harry may have begun the reconciliation with his family he's said he wants.