For the seventh straight week, unemployment claims are in the millions. More than 33 million Americans have now filed claims for unemployment benefits since mid-March. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss what this means to the economy and which Americans are being hit hardest. Source
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How to build your emergency fund
During these uncertain times, having an emergency fund is more important than ever. According to Pew Research, 53% of American adults say they do not have emergency or rainy day funds that would cover at least three months of expenses. Courtney Dominguez, senior wealth advisor at Payne Capital Management, joins CBSN with insight into best practices for building an emergency fund. Source
Cuomo says no renters in New York can be evicted for not paying until August 20
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Thursday that no one in the state can be evicted for not paying rent due to the coronavirus through August 20. “New York State will extend the moratorium on evictions for those facing COVID-related hardship for an additional 60 days, until August 20,” he tweeted. Source
Meek Mill and Milan Harris welcome baby boy
The newborn is the couple’s first child together. Source
Titans Agree to Terms with 14 Undrafted Free Agents
After selecting six players in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Titans have added to the rookie class by signing over a dozen undrafted free agents. Source
Neiman Marcus declares bankruptcy after coronavirus hit
CEO of luxury department store chain cites “unprecedented disruption” from coronavirus, but vows to emerge stornger. Source
RNC announces addition of health adviser to ensure safety of convention
The Republican National Committee is bringing in Jeffrey Runge, former chief medical officer for DHS, to ensure the convention is safe for the 50,000 people expected to attend. Source
Sneak peek: Tracking the Murders of Israel Keyes
The FBI believes skulls drawn in blood are the number of victims murdered by a prolific serial killer. Inside the FBI search to identify them. Correspondent Peter Van Sant reports in an all-new “48 Hours” airing Saturday, May 9 at 10/9c on CBS. Source
The proliferation of “ghost guns”
A 60 Minutes investigation has found that guns with no serial numbers made from legally purchased parts have become a weapon of choice among criminals. See the report, Sunday. Source
Dr. Agus on coronavirus antibody tests’ accuracy and how to interpret results
As some states start to reopen for business, companies are ramping up antibody tests that can reveal whether a person previously had the coronavirus. Dr. David Agus explains how the tests work, if they’re accurate, and that they don’t determine if a person has immunity. Source