Economy Aug 20 U.S. jobless claims rise to 1.1 million amid COVID-19 The latest figures suggest that more than five months after the viral outbreak erupted the economy is still weak, despite recent gains as some businesses reopen and some sectors like housing and manufacturing have rebounded. By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Economy May 08 Watch U.S. Unemployment Climbs to 8.9% Kwame Holman reports on the latest unemployment numbers and how the White House plans to aid the jobless.
Economy Apr 03 Watch Jobless Rate Climbed to 8.5 Percent in March The latest report from the Labor Department showed the unemployment rate climbed to 8.5 percent in March. Christine Owens, executive director of the National Employment Law Project, offers insight on the numbers.
Economy Apr 02 Watch Other News: Jobless Claims Rise; FDA May be Allowed to Regulate Tobacco Products The Labor Department reported another increase in new jobless claim benefits, and the House voted to give the Food and Drug Administration authority to regulate tobacco products for the first time.